Understanding Aristotle's Theory of Plot in Tragedy
Dive into Aristotle's insightful analysis of plot in tragedy, exploring the constituent parts, structure, types, and characteristics of plot, along with his definition emphasizing the shift from good to bad fortune due to character flaws. Discover how unity of action, necessity, probability, and time play crucial roles in creating compelling narratives.
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Aristotle on Plot PRADEEP TRIKHA 4 AUGUST 2018
Constituent Parts of Tragedy 1. Plot 2. Character 3. Diction 4. Thought 5. Spectacle 6. Song
Structure of Plot 1. Retrospective (Prologue) 2. Rising Action 3. Climax 4. Falling Action 5. Catastrophe (Epilogue)
Types of Plot Simple Unified construct of necessary and probable actions to change future Complex peripeteia or reversal Anagnorsis or recognition Hamartia The best way of presenting tragic pleasure
Characteristics of Plot Unity of Action Necessity and probability Unity of Time Time by action understood by audience
Aristotles Definition of Plot The change of fortune from good to bad should come about as a result, not of vice, but some great error of frailty in character.
Works Cited www.cnr.edu/home/bmcmanus/poetics.html www.english-literature.org/essays/aristotle_poetics.html http://www.cartoon-web.com/illus/proverbs/pro16-18.gif http://www.istockphoto.com/file_closeup/isolated-objects/isolated- background-objects/5663100-clock.php?id=5663100 http://www.istockphoto.com/file_closeup/food-and- drink/baking/5948598-blueberry-pie.php?id=5948598 http://www.istockphoto.com/file_closeup/arts-and-entertainment/arts- abstract/5203110-blue-energy.php?id=5203110
