The Function of Suspense in the Catharsis (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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The other reason for omitting such a discussion will become apparent to the reader, for the point of depar ture is not the catharsis itself but the characteristics of suspense; and the sequence of argument is, first. The function of suspense in general, then the function of suspense in the drama, and finally the function of sus pense in the catharsis. Because of this method and order of treatment the meaning given to the term catharsis arises from the investigation of the function of suspense in the tragic drama, and any attempt tobase the discussion on Aristotle or his interpreters would not only be confusing but could have no logical validity.

Moreover, whether or not the view of the catharsis finally advanced meets with any wide acceptance, the justification of this study of the function of suspense in the catharsis mav well come from its calling atten tion to a much neglected field of critical inquiry and to the vantage point afforded by the study of suspense for attacking critical problems which might otherwise have to be treated either in a narrowly dogmatic or in a loosely generalizing fashion.

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