A History of the Present Day Drama From the Civil War to the Present Day
A History of the Present Day Drama From the Civil War to the Present Day

Author: Arthur Hobson Quinn

Publisher: Legare Street Press

Published: 2023-07-18

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781020795060

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Covering the turbulent history of American drama from the Civil War to the present day, this classic study offers a fascinating look at the evolution of this vital cultural form. With illuminating analysis of major playwrights and trends, as well as insightful assessments of lesser-known works, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in American literature or theater. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The Cause Lost
The Cause Lost

Author: William C. Davis

Publisher:

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 248

ISBN-13:

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This work investigates the facts and fictions of the South's victories and defeats during the American Civil War. It debunks long-standing legends, offers evidence explaining Confederate actions and considers the idealism, naivete and courage of military leadership and would-be founding fathers.

Encyclopedia of American Drama
Encyclopedia of American Drama

Author: Jackson R. Bryer

Publisher: Infobase Learning

Published: 2015-04-22

Total Pages: 2466

ISBN-13: 1438140762

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Provides a comprehensive guide to American dramatic literature, from its origins in the early days of the nation to American classics such as Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman and Thornton Wilder's Our Town to the groundbreaking works of today's best writers.

Plays by American Women, 1900-1930
Plays by American Women, 1900-1930

Author: Judith E. Barlow

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 9781557830081

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Traces the contributions of women to the American theater and offers the texts of five plays that deal with a sick child, a murdered husband, and family life

The Villainous Stage
The Villainous Stage

Author: Marvin Lachman

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2014-11-19

Total Pages: 265

ISBN-13: 1476618755

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Live theatre was once the main entertainment medium in the United States and the United Kingdom. The preeminent dramatists and actors of the day wrote and performed in numerous plays in which crime was a major plot element. This remains true today, especially with the longest-running shows such as The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables and Sweeney Todd. While hundreds of books have been published about crime fiction in film and on television, the topic of stage mysteries has been largely unexplored. Covering productions from the 18th century to the 2013-2014 theatre season, this is the first history of crime plays according to subject matter. More than 20 categories are identified, including whodunits, comic mysteries, courtroom dramas, musicals, crook plays, social issues, Sherlock Holmes, and Agatha Christie. Nearly 900 plays are described, including the reactions of critics and audiences.