George Pierce Baker: A Memorial (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781168677617)

""George Pierce Baker: A Memorial"" is a book written by John Mason Brown that pays tribute to the life and legacy of George Pierce Baker, a prominent figure in the world of theater and drama. The book is a collection of personal anecdotes, reflections, and tributes from Baker's friends, family, colleagues, and students, who share their memories of him and the impact he had on their lives.Baker was a renowned drama teacher and playwright who founded the famous 47 Workshop at Harvard University, where he mentored and trained many successful writers and actors. He was also a prolific writer and director, known for his innovative and experimental approach to theater.The book provides a comprehensive overview of Baker's life and career, from his early years as a struggling writer to his later success as a respected educator and artist. It also explores his contributions to the development of modern American theater and his influence on generations of writers and performers.Overall, ""George Pierce Baker: A Memorial"" is a heartfelt tribute to a beloved figure in the world of theater, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of American drama.Contains Essays Written By John Mason Brown, Eugene O'Neill, Donald M. Oeslager, Sidney Howard, Allardyce Nicoll, Stanley R. McCandless And Arthur Wilmurt, And Pierrot Design By Gluyas Williams.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Mason Brown,Eugene Gladstone O'Neill
ISBN-10: 1168677610
ISBN-13: 9781168677617
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 50
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.54lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d