Essays On Modern Dramatists (1921)

By William Lyon Phelps

Book Overview

Essays On Modern Dramatists is a book written by William Lyon Phelps and published in 1921. The book is a collection of essays that explores the works of various modern dramatists, including Henrik Ibsen, George Bernard Shaw, and August Strindberg. The essays provide a detailed analysis of the themes, characters, and techniques used by these dramatists to create their works. Phelps examines the impact of these writers on the development of modern drama and their contribution to the literary world. The book also includes a discussion of the social and political contexts in which these plays were written and performed, highlighting the important role that drama has played in shaping cultural and intellectual history. Overall, Essays On Modern Dramatists is an insightful and thought-provoking collection of essays that provides a unique perspective on the works of some of the most influential modern dramatists. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history and development of modern drama.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: 1165342774
• ISBN13: 9781165342778
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 290 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"