Isbn: 9781026055762 - twelve plays (6 resultados)

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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - 'Twelve Plays' is a curated collection of one-act dramas selected by Edwin Van B. Knickerbocker, specifically compiled to showcase the diversity and technique of the short dramatic form during the early twentieth century. This anthology brings together a variety of works that explore themes of human nature, social dynamics, and comedic irony, making it a valuable resource for students of drama, theater practitioners, and lovers of classical literature.The plays included in this volume are designed for both reading and stage performance, highlighting the era's shift toward the 'Little Theatre' movement and the growing popularity of concise, impactful storytelling. From poignant tragedies to lighthearted farces, each piece demonstrates the unique challenges and rewards of the one-act play format. This collection serves as an excellent primer for those looking to understand the evolution of early modern theater and the stylistic shifts that defined the stage in the 1920s. By gathering these diverse works into a single volume, Knickerbocker provides a comprehensive look at the dramatic landscape of his time, emphasizing the literary and performative merit of the short-form play.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. "Twelve Plays" is a curated collection of one-act dramas selected by Edwin Van B. Knickerbocker, specifically compiled to showcase the diversity and technique of the short dramatic form during the early twentieth century. This anthology brings together a variety of works that explore themes of human nature, social dynamics, and comedic irony, making it a valuable resource for students of drama, theater practitioners, and lovers of classical literature.The plays included in this volume are designed for both reading and stage performance, highlighting the era's shift toward the "Little Theatre" movement and the growing popularity of concise, impactful storytelling. From poignant tragedies to lighthearted farces, each piece demonstrates the unique challenges and rewards of the one-act play format. This collection serves as an excellent primer for those looking to understand the evolution of early modern theater and the stylistic shifts that defined the stage in the 1920s. By gathering these diverse works into a single volume, Knickerbocker provides a comprehensive look at the dramatic landscape of his time, emphasizing the literary and performative merit of the short-form play.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…