Studying Plays by Mick Wallis

Studying Plays by Mick Wallis

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Summary

How should we study drama? Beginning with an examination of "A Dolls House", this book goes on to explore issues of characterization, transmission from page to stage, authorship and the construction and deconstruction of the genre. It introduces complex ideas for a preliminary understanding.

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Studying Plays by Mick Wallis

This is an accessible and lively introduction to the essential tools for studying a dramatic text. Looking at the four key areas--dialogue, action, character, and space--the book focuses on the specifically dramatic aspects of plays, rather than on purely literary or theoretical concerns. Looking in detail at Death of a Salesman, A Doll's House, and King Lear among many others, the authors set the dramatic texts in their historical context, paying attention to the significance of particular theater buildings, actors, and audiences. Exercises at the end of each section and a glossary will help anyone wanting to learn more about drama.
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ISBN 13 9780340705711
ISBN 10 034070571X
Title Studying Plays
Author Mick Wallis
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Hodder Arnold
Year published 1998-08-28
Number of pages 192
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.