
The History of Literature 6 Greek Tragedy – Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides
Dec 7, 2015
Explore the contrasting views of Friedrich Nietzsche on Greek tragedians Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides. Delve into themes of justice and retribution in Greek tragedies, and reflect on the role of tragedy in art and culture. Uncover Nietzsche's disapproval of Euripides and his preference for ancient Greek philosophies over Christianity.
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Intro
00:00 • 9min
Exploring Nietzsche's Contrasting View on Greek Tragedies and Euripides
09:07 • 2min
Exploring Themes of Justice and Retribution in Greek Tragedies
11:25 • 12min
Exploring Greek Tragedy and Nietzsche's Views
22:58 • 29min
Exploring the Role of Tragedy in Art and Culture
52:11 • 3min
