""Playwrights of the New American Theater"" is a book written by Thomas H. Dickinson that focuses on the emergence of a new generation of American playwrights in the mid-20th century. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the works of ten influential playwrights, including Sam Shepard, David Mamet, and August Wilson, among others. The author explores the themes, styles, and techniques of each playwright, offering insights into their artistic vision and the cultural and social context in which their works were created. ...
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""Playwrights of the New American Theater"" is a book written by Thomas H. Dickinson that focuses on the emergence of a new generation of American playwrights in the mid-20th century. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the works of ten influential playwrights, including Sam Shepard, David Mamet, and August Wilson, among others. The author explores the themes, styles, and techniques of each playwright, offering insights into their artistic vision and the cultural and social context in which their works were created. Through a combination of critical analysis and biographical information, Dickinson provides a comprehensive overview of the New American Theater movement and its impact on American drama. The book is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and theater enthusiasts interested in understanding the evolution of American theater in the latter half of the 20th century.1925. Contents: The Playwright as Pioneer: Percy MacKaye; The Playwright Unbound: Eugene O'Neill; Interpreters of the American Scene; On Our American Comedy; and The Mystery of Form. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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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