The Dramatic Criticism Of Theophile Gautier (1922)

The Dramatic Criticism Of Theophile Gautier is a book written by Helen Elizabeth Patch and published in 1922. The book is a comprehensive collection of the French writer's critiques of various plays and theatrical performances during the mid-19th century. Theophile Gautier was a prominent literary figure and a leading critic of his time, and his opinions on drama were highly regarded.The book includes Gautier's reviews of plays by well-known playwrights such as Shakespeare, Moliere, and Racine, as well as lesser-known works by contemporary writers. The critiques are organized chronologically, allowing readers to follow Gautier's evolving views on drama over time.Patch's introduction provides background information on Gautier's life and career as a critic, giving readers context for his opinions. The book also includes an appendix with a list of all the plays reviewed by Gautier, making it a valuable resource for scholars and students of theater history.Overall, The Dramatic Criticism Of Theophile Gautier is a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a respected critic and provides valuable insights into the theatrical world of the mid-19th century.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.