Sanctuary: A Bird Masque

By Percy MacKaye, Arnold Genthe, Arvia MacKaye Ege

Book Overview

Sanctuary: A Bird Masque is a play written by Percy Mackaye, first performed in 1913. The play is a symbolic representation of the struggle between man and nature, as well as the conflict between civilization and wilderness. The story revolves around a group of birds who seek refuge in a sanctuary from the destruction caused by humans. The birds are led by the character of the Eagle, who represents the natural world and the need for preservation. The humans, represented by the character of the Hunter, are portrayed as destructive and careless towards the environment. The play is a powerful commentary on the need for conservation and the importance of preserving the natural world. The language and imagery used in the play are rich and poetic, creating a vivid and enchanting world that captures the beauty and fragility of nature. Overall, Sanctuary: A Bird Masque is a thought-provoking and inspiring work that reminds us of the importance of living in harmony with the natural world.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: 1163705993
• ISBN13: 9781163705995
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"