2. Difference between the definition of
tragedy by Aristotle and the definition of
play by Dryden
3. Aristotle’s Defination
“The imitation of an action that is
elevated, complete and magnitude;
in language embellished by distinct
forms in its sections; employing the
mode of enactment; not narrative;
and through pity and fear
accomplishing the catharsis of such
emotions.”
5. Dryden's definition
“ A play ought to be a just and lively image of human mature,
representing its passion and humours, and the change of
fortune to which it is subject for the delight and instruction
of mankind.”
-This definition devided into three part:
1) Just and lively image.
2) Just means as it is based on human nature.
3) Representing and image word os borrow from Aristotle.
6. Difference between definition:
- Dryden gives important to passions
and humours though they are revealed
through action.
- Aristotle’s observation is quite
consistent with the Greek dramas.
7. Difference between definition:
- Dryden has explained that emotions or
character is expressed through action.The
phrase ‘change of fortune’ refers the plot
- Aristotle explain drama as an imitation of an
action. In his theory human passion or
character is in the background.
