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671 Shakespeare's Tragic Art (with Rhodri Lewis) | My Last Book with Joel Warner

The History of Literature

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This chapter explores the enduring appeal of tragic narratives in art and theater, highlighting the contrast between ancient traditions and modern preferences for happy endings. It also introduces a book that examines Shakespeare's techniques in the context of his tragic influences, inviting a deeper understanding of the tragic form.

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