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Modern Drama Selected Plays from 1879 to the Present (ISBN 9780132267212) stands as a definitive collection that traces the evolution of modern dramatic art from late nineteenth-century provocations to contemporary voices, offering readers a panoramic view of how form, theme, and performance have transformed theater over more than a century. This volume curates pivotal works that illuminate shifts in society, language, and stagecraft, making it essential for students, scholars, and theater lovers alike.

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The book surveys a rich spectrum of plays, presenting seminal pieces that challenged conventional theater while reflecting regional, cultural, and political currents. It stitches together dramatic milestones from realism and naturalism to experimental and avant-garde methods, providing context, excerpts, and thoughtful commentary that illuminate each work’s stakes, structure, and impact. Readers will encounter a dynamic conversation across generations, seeing how different playwrights renegotiate identity, authority, and audience engagement.

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Walter Levy, a distinguished literary scholar and critic, brings decades of expertise in modern drama to this curated selection, blending scholarly rigor with accessible prose. Levy’s work—rooted in close textual analysis and a keen understanding of performance history—grounds the anthology in a coherent narrative about how modern drama reflects and reshapes social realities. His editorial vision emphasizes accessibility without sacrificing depth, making this collection a reliable companion for coursework and thoughtful reading alike.

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The book offers a comprehensive, thoughtfully annotated journey through modern drama from 1879 to today, highlighting enduring innovations, themes, and voices that have redefined the stage.

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About the work

Modern Drama Selected Plays from 1879 to the Present (ISBN 9780132267212) stands as a definitive collection that traces the evolution of modern dramatic art from late nineteenth-century provocations to contemporary voices, offering readers a panoramic view of how form, theme, and performance have transformed theater over more than a century. This volume curates pivotal works that illuminate shifts in society, language, and stagecraft, making it essential for students, scholars, and theater lovers alike.

Summary

The book surveys a rich spectrum of plays, presenting seminal pieces that challenged conventional theater while reflecting regional, cultural, and political currents. It stitches together dramatic milestones from realism and naturalism to experimental and avant-garde methods, providing context, excerpts, and thoughtful commentary that illuminate each work’s stakes, structure, and impact. Readers will encounter a dynamic conversation across generations, seeing how different playwrights renegotiate identity, authority, and audience engagement.

About the author

Walter Levy, a distinguished literary scholar and critic, brings decades of expertise in modern drama to this curated selection, blending scholarly rigor with accessible prose. Levy’s work—rooted in close textual analysis and a keen understanding of performance history—grounds the anthology in a coherent narrative about how modern drama reflects and reshapes social realities. His editorial vision emphasizes accessibility without sacrificing depth, making this collection a reliable companion for coursework and thoughtful reading alike.

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The book offers a comprehensive, thoughtfully annotated journey through modern drama from 1879 to today, highlighting enduring innovations, themes, and voices that have redefined the stage.

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EAN (ISBN-13): 9780132267212
ISBN (ISBN-10): 0132267217
Paperback
Publishing year: 1998
Publisher: Prentice Hall
985 Pages
Weight: 1,501 kg
Language: eng/Englisch

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ISBN/EAN: 0132267217

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0-13-226721-7, 978-0-13-226721-2
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Book title: modern drama, selected plays

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