The Book of Job as a Greek Tragedy is a book written by Horace Meyer Kallen and published in 1918. The book examines the biblical story of Job and interprets it through the lens of Greek tragedy. Kallen argues that Job's story shares many similarities with the structure and themes of Greek tragedy, including the concept of hubris, the role of fate, and the idea of suffering as a means of achieving wisdom.Kallen's analysis of Job as a Greek tragedy is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of Greek tragedy and its key elements, such as the chorus, the protagonist, and the role of the gods. The second part examines the story of Job and its similarities to Greek tragedy, including the use of a chorus, the tragic hero, and the role of fate. The third part of the book explores the implications of interpreting Job as a Greek tragedy, including the idea that suffering can lead to wisdom and the importance of faith in the face of adversity.Overall, The Book of Job as a Greek Tragedy provides a unique perspective on one of the most famous stories in the Bible. Kallen's analysis is both scholarly and accessible, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of religion and literature.Restored, With An Introductory Essay On The Original Form And Philosophic Meaning Of Job.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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