On the Sublime by active 1st century Longinus
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Longinus, active 1st century
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"On the Sublime" by Longinus is a classical treatise on literary criticism, likely written during the 1st century. This work explores the concept of the sublime in literature, particularly how it applies to poetry and oratory. Longinus delves into the qualities that elevate writing to greatness, emphasizing the importance of thought, passion, and s...
sublime and critiques another writer, Caecilius, for inadequately addressing the subject. He emphasizes two essential goals in technical writing: defining the sublime and providing methods for achieving it. Longinus argues that sublime language lifts readers beyond mere rational understanding, creating a powerful, emotional experience. He asserts that while some may claim sublimity can only be innate, it can also be cultivated through study and practice, setting the stage for his further analysis of the sources and characteristics of literary greatness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Joseph Allen
4 months agoIt took me a while to start, but it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. One of the best books I've read this year.
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Michael Adams
3 months agoI didn't expect much, but the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. This book will stay with me for a long time.