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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.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive examination of the development of French dramatic literature, from its early beginnings to the end of the 18th century. The author traces the evolution of French tragedy and comedy, focusing on the major playwrights of each period, including Corneille, Racine, and Voltaire. The book discusses the key themes, styles, and techniques employed by these playwrights, and examines how their work reflects the social, political, and cultural context of their time. The author argues that French dramatic literature is a rich and diverse body of work that offers valuable insights into the human condition, and that it continues to be relevant to the present day. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332591787_0
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