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The Twelve-Pound Look: And Other Plays

The Twelve-Pound Look: And Other Plays

M. Barrie, J.
Barrie, James Matthew

Hardcover

Literary CriticismGeneral World HistoryPlays

ISBN10: 9354153240
ISBN13: 9789354153242
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Sep 14 2020
Pages: 188
Weight: 0.85
Height: 0.56 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
A sharp wit cuts through Edwardian decorum in The Twelve-Pound Look and Other Plays, where J. M. Barrie masterfully exposes the hidden tensions of British society. Each play in this theatrical anthology brims with clever dialogue and sly humour, inviting readers to question the rigid social class structures and gender roles of the early 20th-century drama landscape. Here, the drawing rooms and parlours of the era become arenas for subtle rebellion and poignant social commentary, making these works as provocative now as when they first graced the stage. Barrie, celebrated for his enduring influence on classic British plays, stands shoulder to shoulder with contemporaries like George Bernard Shaw in his fearless exploration of personal freedom and societal expectation. These plays offer more than entertainment; they capture the restless spirit of an age poised between tradition and change. For theatre enthusiasts and literature students alike, this collection opens a window onto the Edwardian era's shifting values and the artistry that shaped modern British drama. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are revisiting the works of J. M. Barrie or discovering his incisive voice for the first time, this collection remains a cultural treasure for anyone passionate about the evolution of theatre and the enduring power of the stage.

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