Is Tragedy still Alive?

Is Tragedy still Alive?

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Does Tragedy Teach?

Third dialogue on the nature of tragedy where they talk about whether tragic theatre teaches people, and if it does, how and what does it teach? 

What does Tragedy do for People?

A discussion of what the use of tragedy is, and whether the emotional experience of tragic theatre is simply a passing thrill or a vital part of life. 

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