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Michael Davis On Greek Tragedy, and Electra

The New Thinkery

CHAPTER

The Duality of Tragedy and Humor

This chapter examines Nietzsche's philosophical insights on Greek tragedy and the portrayal of women, emphasizing the limitations of dogmatic thought in grasping existence. It interweaves personal anecdotes, reflections on Kant and Plato, and explores how humor and tragedy coexist in the works of various playwrights, revealing deeper meanings in their narratives.

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