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Japanese Drama
Paperback
Theater HistoryJapanese HistoryPlays
ISBN13: 9781025757322
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 382
Weight: 1.18
Height: 0.79 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Japanese Drama by Frank Alanson Lombard provides an insightful and comprehensive exploration of the evolution of theatrical arts in Japan. This scholarly work traces the development of dramatic forms from their early religious and folk origins through the sophisticated traditions of Noh, Kyogen, and Kabuki. Lombard examines how these performance styles reflect the spiritual, social, and aesthetic values of the Japanese people across various historical eras.
The book analyzes the structure, themes, and masks used in traditional plays, offering detailed translations and interpretations of key texts. By contextualizing the drama within the broader landscape of Japanese literature and history, Japanese Drama serves as an essential resource for students of Asian studies, theater history, and comparative literature. It highlights the unique blend of poetry, music, and dance that defines the Japanese stage, illustrating how these ancient traditions have maintained their artistic vitality. This work remains a significant contribution to the Western understanding of Eastern performance traditions, bridging the gap between two distinct cultural heritages through the universal language of the theater.
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