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Aristotle

Greek philosopher whose Poetics informs discussions of drama.

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First appearance: lecture i inaugural

Aristotle shows up with force in Lecture XI: English Literature in Our Universities (II). The page is where that presence becomes real.

Listed among the great critics who have explored the territory of literary criticism.
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Aristotle first appears in 0003 lecture i inaugural.

In Lecture XI: English Literature in Our Universities (II): Listed among the great critics who have explored the territory of literary criticism.

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  • Broad Canon of Reference
  • Protagonist
  • Poetic and Dramatic Models

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  • Closing

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