The Contemporary Drama of France, written by Frank Wadleigh Chandler and published in 1920, is a comprehensive study of the theatrical scene in France during the early 20th century. The book delves into the works of prominent French playwrights such as Andr Gide, Paul Claudel, and Jean Cocteau, among others, and examines the themes, styles, and techniques employed in their plays. Chandler also provides a historical context for the emergence of modern French drama, tracing its roots back to the early 19th century and ...
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The Contemporary Drama of France, written by Frank Wadleigh Chandler and published in 1920, is a comprehensive study of the theatrical scene in France during the early 20th century. The book delves into the works of prominent French playwrights such as Andr Gide, Paul Claudel, and Jean Cocteau, among others, and examines the themes, styles, and techniques employed in their plays. Chandler also provides a historical context for the emergence of modern French drama, tracing its roots back to the early 19th century and exploring the impact of political and social changes on the theatrical landscape. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of French drama and the development of modern theater.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.
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