Model
Digital Document
Publisher
Florida Atlantic University
Description
The divergent interpretations of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing's play
Philotas are considered in this thesis. A textual analysis
demonstrates that the play is not, as contended by some, a
glorification of patriotism but rather an expression of Lessing's
humane ideals. It is thereby shown that the play, which seems
to have been intended by Lessing as a n experimental drama, deserves
its proper place among his works.
Philotas are considered in this thesis. A textual analysis
demonstrates that the play is not, as contended by some, a
glorification of patriotism but rather an expression of Lessing's
humane ideals. It is thereby shown that the play, which seems
to have been intended by Lessing as a n experimental drama, deserves
its proper place among his works.
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