Author(s): Dr. Rajesh Anandrao Ade

Abstract: Aristotle was a disciple of Plato who was born in 384 BCE. He was a versatile and prolific writer. Aristotle is considered the first scientific critic in the world of literary criticism. Plato was the first critic to apply the Greek word mimesis, which means acting like someone. However, according to Aristotle, imitation is a common principle in the Arts of Poetry, Music, Dancing, Painting, and Sculpture. Aristotle breathed a new meaning by saying that mimicry is not mere copying or drawing. Poetic imitation is an imaginative creation. He applies various terms in his poetics- mimicry, imitation, Catharsis, Hamartia, peripety and discovery. The Catharsis is open to many interpretations. Purgation is to be considered a homoeopathic treatment. Plato claims the metaphysical reality, while Aristotle denies the existence of the metaphysical reality.

Keywords: Mimicry, Imitation, Catharsis, Hamartia, Peripety and Discovery.

DOI:10.61165/sk.publisher.script.writing.2024.17

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The Poetics of Aristotle: An Introduction

Pages:79-81