Books And Plays

By Allan Monkhouse

Book Overview

Books and Plays is a collection of critical essays written by Allan Monkhouse, a British playwright and author. The book is divided into two parts, with the first section focusing on books and the second section on plays. In the first part, Monkhouse offers his thoughts and opinions on a variety of literary works, including novels, poetry, and non-fiction. He analyzes the themes, characters, and writing styles of each work, providing insight into the author's intentions and the impact of the work on readers.The second part of the book is dedicated to plays, with Monkhouse discussing the works of several playwrights, including Shakespeare, Ibsen, and Chekhov. He examines the structure, language, and themes of each play, and provides his own interpretations and critiques. Throughout the book, Monkhouse demonstrates his deep knowledge and appreciation of literature and drama, and offers readers a valuable perspective on some of the most important works in these fields.Overall, Books and Plays is a comprehensive and insightful collection of essays that will appeal to anyone with an interest in literature and drama. Whether you are a student, a scholar, or simply a lover of books and theater, this book offers a wealth of knowledge and thought-provoking analysis.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432688766
• ISBN13: 9781432688769
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"