Course of Lectures, Vol. 2 of 2: On Dramatic Art and Literature (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Augustus William Schlegel

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267815042 ISBN 13: 9780267815043

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the evolution of dramatic art across nations and eras, from French tragedy to the English stage, as this volume surveys masters, methods, and the theatre’s shifting moral role.

In these lectures, the author compares Corneille, Racine, and Voltaire, tracing how each shaped French tragedy while weighing influences from Greek drama and Shakespeare. The discussion extends to the Spanish stage, the rise of German theatre, and the practical realities of staging, directing, and acting. Readers will see how ideas of morality, politics, and religion interact with performance, and how theatre management, patronage, and audience demand mold dramatic works.

• Analyses of classic playwrights and their lasting impact on stage craft and audience perception.
• Insights into how national histories and cultural climates influence dramatic form.
• Observations on theatre practice, production management, and the role of actors.
• Close looks at how innovation in drama meets the constraints and opportunities of the theatre.

Ideal for readers of literary and theatre history who want a grounded, perspective‑rich tour of dramatic literature and its performance.

This edition presents a clear account of dramatic theory and practice, helping you understand the connections between text, stage, and audience.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267815042
• ISBN 13: 9780267815043
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 402