Edward Albee: A Critical Introduction (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521726955)

Edward Albee (1928-2016) was a central figure in modern American theatre, and his bold and often experimental theatrical style won him wide acclaim. This book explores the issues, public and private, that so influenced Albee's vision over five decades, from his first great success, The Zoo Story (1959), to his last play, Me, Myself, & I (2008). Matthew Roudan covers all of Albee's original works in this comprehensive, clearly structured, and up-to-date study of the playwright's life and career: in Part I, the volume explores Albee's background and the historical contexts of his work; Part II concentrates on twenty-four of his plays, including Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (1962); and Part III investigates his critical reception. Surveying Albee's relationship with Broadway, and including interviews conducted with Albee himself, this book will be of great importance for theatregoers and students seeking an accessible yet incisive introduction to this extraordinary American playwright.

Author: Matthew Roudané
ISBN-10: 0521726956
ISBN-13: 9780521726955
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 08/07/2017
Pages: 214
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.68lbs
Size: 9.13h x 6.51w x 0.49d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 01/01/2018