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ISBN10: 1434488462
ISBN13: 9781434488466
Publisher: Wildside Press
Published: Aug 29 2025
Pages: 432
Weight: 1.20
Height: 0.96 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781434488466
Publisher: Wildside Press
Published: Aug 29 2025
Pages: 432
Weight: 1.20
Height: 0.96 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Play-Making is a foundational guide to the art and technique of writing for the stage, authored by one of the most respected drama critics of his time. William Archer breaks down the essential elements of play construction-plot, character, dialogue, and form-offering both theoretical insights and practical advice for aspiring dramatists. A blend of critical analysis and instructional clarity, the book remains a cornerstone in the study of modern playwriting.
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