Discovering Great Plays

Discovering Great Plays, based on Leonard Peikoff's lectures and edited by Marlene Trollope, unveils the essential elements of dramatic literature, focusing on how to appreciate and critique the values within great plays. Listeners will explore pivotal works, including Sophocles' Antigone and Shakespeare's Othello, while examining themes such as heroism, villainy, and the philosophical dimensions of theater through characters like Iago and Schiller's Grand Inquisitor. This insightful resource highlights the intricacies of great drama, offering a deeper understanding of its enduring impact.