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A Book of Dramas: An Anthology of Nineteen Plays
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ISBN13: 9781025317373
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 1138
Weight: 3.43
Height: 2.23 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Book of Dramas: An Anthology of Nineteen Plays is a comprehensive collection curated by Bruce Carpenter, designed to provide a broad overview of the dramatic arts through a carefully selected array of theatrical works. This anthology features nineteen plays that span various styles, genres, and eras, offering readers and students of the theatre a multifaceted look at the evolution of dramatic structure and storytelling.
The collection includes works that explore a wide range of human emotions and social themes, making it an essential resource for those interested in the history and practice of performance. From classic tragedies to influential comedies, the plays included in this volume represent significant milestones in the development of the dramatic genre. By bringing together such a varied group of works, A Book of Dramas serves as both an educational tool for academic study and a rich treasury for readers of dramatic literature. It highlights the enduring power of the stage to reflect the complexities of the human condition and remains a valuable reference for understanding the foundational elements of playwriting, character development, and theatrical performance.
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