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This important, landmark survey dispels the myth that there aren't any good plays for women.
Author : Lucy Kerbel
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,76 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Drama
ISBN : 9781848421851
This important, landmark survey dispels the myth that there aren't any good plays for women.
Author : Henrick Ibsen
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 26,96 MB
Release : 2005-07-26
Category : Drama
ISBN : 1416500383
Presents four plays by Henrik Ibsen, with detailed explanatory notes, an overview of key themes, and an introduction to the author's life and times.
Author : Henrik Ibsen
Publisher : Bantam Classics
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 49,3 MB
Release : 1984-04-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 055321280X
Here, in a single volume, are four major plays by the first modern playwright, Henrick Ibsen. Ghosts—The startling portrayal of a family destroyed by disease and infidelity. The Wild Duck—A poignant drama of lost illusions. An Enemy Of The People—Ibsen’s vigorous attack on public opinion. And A Doll's House—The play that scandalized the Victorian world with its unsparing views of love and marriage, featuring one of the most controversial heroines—and one of the most famous exists—in the literature of the stage.
Author : Eugene O'Neill
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 22,65 MB
Release : 2012-03-12
Category : Drama
ISBN : 0486112500
An important trio of plays by one of America's greatest playwrights: The Emperor Jones, a forceful psychological portrayal of brute power; The Hairy Ape, combining elements of class struggle and surreal tragedy; and Anna Christie.
Author : Garrison P. Sherwood
Publisher :
Page : 592 pages
File Size : 37,83 MB
Release : 1923
Category : American drama
ISBN :
Author : Garrison P. Sherwood
Publisher :
Page : 570 pages
File Size : 26,5 MB
Release : 1934
Category : American drama
ISBN :
Author : Maxim Gorky
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 1436 pages
File Size : 13,56 MB
Release : 2022-05-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
This edition represents a collection of some of the greatest Russian plays and short stories: Plays Introduction The Wedding The Jubilee A Merry Death The Beautiful Despot The Choice of a Tutor The Inspector General Savva The Life of Man Short Stories The Queen of Spades The Cloak The District Doctor The Christmas Tree And The Wedding God Sees The Truth, But Waits How A Muzhik Fed Two Officials The Shades, A Phantasy The Signal The Darling The Bet Vanka Hide And Seek Dethroned The Servant One Autumn Night Her Lover Lazarus The Revolutionist The Outrage An Honest Thief A Novel in Nine Letters An Unpleasant Predicament Another Man's Wife The Heavenly Christmas Tree The Peasant Marey The Crocodile Bobok The Dream of a Ridiculous Man Mumu The Shot St. John'S Eve An Old Acquaintance The Mantle The Nose Memoirs Of A Madman A May Night The Viy Knock, Knock, Knock The Inn Lieutenant Yergunov's Story The Dog The Watch Essay on Russian Novelists Lectures on Russian Novelists
Author : Lord George Granville Lansdowne
Publisher :
Page : 14 pages
File Size : 20,27 MB
Release : 1750
Category :
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Author : José Echegaray
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 29,90 MB
Release : 2023-10-25
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN :
In 'The Great Galeoto; Folly or Saintliness', José Echegaray explores themes of jealousy and obsession through the interplay of two intertwining plots. Echegaray's literary style is characterized by its emotional intensity and moral complexity, drawing inspiration from both classical tragedy and Spanish romanticism. The juxtaposition of folly and saintliness serves as a reflection on the duality of human nature, ultimately questioning the thin line between good and evil. Written in the late 19th century, these plays showcase Echegaray's mastery in delving into the depths of the human psyche. José Echegaray, a Spanish playwright and Nobel laureate in Literature, was known for his dramatic works that often grappled with philosophical and ethical dilemmas. His background in mathematics and science influenced his writing, leading to intricate plots and thought-provoking themes. Echegaray's exploration of morality and human nature in 'The Great Galeoto' showcases his profound understanding of the human condition. I highly recommend 'The Great Galeoto; Folly or Saintliness' to readers interested in classic Spanish drama and psychological introspection. Echegaray's poignant portrayal of jealousy and virtue makes this work a timeless and captivating read that continues to resonate with audiences today.
Author : Thomas S. Hischak
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 39,46 MB
Release : 2017
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781442256057
100 Greatest American Plays is the 1st book on the 100 greatest American, non-musical plays. Arranged alphabetically, each entry covers each play extensively including the plot, the production history, a summary of the critical reaction, its influence and long-range effects, cast lists of notable stage and film versions, and a playwright biography.