Beyond Victims and Villains: Contemporary Plays by Disabled Playwrights

Book Overview

"In the 21st century, the disability experience offers new perspectives on issues that promise to dominate the collective (un)consciousness: diversity vs. unity; difference vs. normalcy; rugged individualism vs. it-takes-a-village political ideologies; right-to-die; healthcare as a for-profit industry; care-giving within families and across the boundaries of gender, race and class.

"This anthology offers insights into the ongoing dialogue...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1559362502
• ISBN13: 9781559362504
• Release Date: February 2005
• Publisher: Theatre Communications Group
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"