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The Collected Plays of Josephine Preston Peabody
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781025562360
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 818
Weight: 2.48
Height: 1.62 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Collected Plays of Josephine Preston Peabody brings together the dramatic works of one of the early 20th century's most distinctive voices in American literature. Known for her lyrical grace and profound psychological insight, Peabody achieved international acclaim for her ability to weave complex human emotions into the structured beauty of verse drama. This collection showcases her mastery of the form, featuring works that explore historical, legendary, and social themes through a poetic lens.
Included in this volume are her most celebrated plays, such as The Piper-which won the prestigious Stratford-on-Avon prize-as well as Marlowe, The Wolf of Gubbio, and Portrait of Mrs. W. Her dramas often focus on the tension between the individual spirit and societal constraints, rendered with a rhythmic elegance that bridges the gap between traditional poetry and the demands of the stage. Peabody's work remains a significant example of the poetic drama movement in the United States, offering readers and scholars a window into a period when the stage served as a vital platform for high literary art. This compilation serves as a comprehensive testament to her enduring legacy as a playwright and poet who successfully married intellectual depth with theatrical flair.
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