Tragedy and Comedy: A Systematic Study and a Critique of Hegel

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Focusing on Hegel's theories, the book evaluates and critiques his views on tragedy and comedy, highlighting both strengths and weaknesses. It presents an original framework for understanding these genres, enriched by engaging commentary on a wide range of artworks, from Greek drama to modern American cinema, with an emphasis on European and German works. This study not only clarifies Hegel's contributions but also positions itself alongside modern classics in the field, offering fresh insights into the nature of tragedy and comedy.