Living Dramatists: Pinero, Ibsen, D'Annunzio (1905) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437077957)

Living Dramatists: Pinero, Ibsen, D�������Annunzio is a book written by Oscar Herrmann and published in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive analysis and critique of the works of three prominent playwrights of the time: Arthur Wing Pinero, Henrik Ibsen, and Gabriele D�������Annunzio. The book begins with an introduction to each playwright, providing a brief biography and overview of their literary career. The author then delves into an in-depth analysis of their most famous plays, discussing themes, characters, and literary techniques used by each playwright. Pinero, a British playwright, is known for his social comedies that explore the lives of the upper-middle class. Herrmann discusses Pinero's most famous plays, including The Magistrate and The Second Mrs. Tanqueray, and how they reflect the changing social and cultural landscape of Victorian England. Ibsen, a Norwegian playwright, is famous for his realistic dramas that explore social issues and psychological complexities. Herrmann analyzes Ibsen's most famous plays, including A Doll's House and Hedda Gabler, and how they challenged the societal norms of the time. D�������Annunzio, an Italian playwright, is known for his lyrical dramas that explore themes of love, passion, and death. Herrmann examines D�������Annunzio's most famous plays, including The Daughter of Iorio and The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, and how they reflect the author's fascination with beauty and sensuality. Overall, Living Dramatists: Pinero, Ibsen, D�������Annunzio is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the works of these three influential playwrights. The book provides a detailed analysis of their plays and sheds light on their impact on the literary world of the early 20th century.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: Oscar Herrmann
ISBN-10: 1437077951
ISBN-13: 9781437077957
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2008
Pages: 212
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.64lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.45d