How Long to Read Principles of Tragedy

How Long Does it Take to Read Principles of Tragedy?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 20 minutes to read Principles of Tragedy by Geoffrey Brereton

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

What is tragedy? What does the term imply? The word had outgrown its original context of literature and art and acquired wider and looser meanings. Originally published in 1968, Dr Brereton seeks to establish the basis of a definition which will hold good on various planes and over a wide range of dramatic and other literature. Various theories are examined, beginning with Aristotle and taking in the Marxist interpretation and the two main religious theories of the sacrificial hero and the built-in conflict in fallen human nature. These theories are tested out on representative works by Sophocles, Shakespeare, Racine, Ibsen, Beckett and others, and the findings which emerge are developed in the course of the book. This is conceived as a re-exploration of a widely debated subject in the light of a few clear basic principles. The result is a lucid study which will be especially valuable for students of literature and drama.

How long is Principles of Tragedy?

Principles of Tragedy by Geoffrey Brereton is 255 pages long, and a total of 65,025 words.

This makes it 86% the length of the average book. It also has 79% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Principles of Tragedy Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 55 minutes to read Principles of Tragedy aloud.

What Reading Level is Principles of Tragedy?

Principles of Tragedy is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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