#2 Aristotle's Poetics | Session 1 | Literary Criticism (From Plato to Leavis)

Welcome to 'Literary Criticism (From Plato to Leavis)' course ! This lecture focuses on Aristotle's Poetics, specifically the idea of tragedy. Aristotle believed that a good tragedy should have six elements: plot, character, diction, thought, song, and spectacle. Aristotle prioritized plot over character, arguing that tragedy is an imitation of an action, not of men. He emphasizes the importance of a well-constructed plot, which includes a beginning, middle, and end. This lecture will help you understand Aristotle’s ideas on the structure and function of tragedy. NPTEL Courses permit certifications that can be used for Course Credits in Indian Universities as per the UGC and AICTE notifications. To understand various certification options for this course, please visit https://nptel.ac.in/courses/109106171 #Aristotle #Poetics #Tragedy #Plot #Character