Oberammergau and The Passion Play (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162762111)

""Oberammergau and The Passion Play"" by Josephine Helena Short is a comprehensive guide to the famous Passion Play that takes place every ten years in the Bavarian village of Oberammergau. The book delves into the history and traditions of the play, which has been performed since 1634, and explores the religious significance and cultural impact of the event. The author provides detailed information about the play's origins, including the outbreak of the bubonic plague that led to its creation, and the evolution of the script and staging over the centuries. She also discusses the role of the villagers in the production, who are all amateurs and must adhere to strict guidelines and traditions. In addition to the history and background of the Passion Play, the book offers practical advice for visitors, including tips on transportation, accommodations, and tickets. The author also includes a description of the village of Oberammergau and its attractions, as well as nearby points of interest. Overall, ""Oberammergau and The Passion Play"" is a comprehensive and informative guide for anyone interested in learning more about this unique and historic event.1910. Illustrated. Short describes her pilgrimage to Oberammergau to see the villagers present their Passion Play. Contents: The Village and the People; Origins of the Play; Practice Plays and the Players; The Charge of Commercialism; Choice of Characters; The Production; and Closing Scenes of Passion Summer.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: Josephine Helena Short
ISBN-10: 116276211X
ISBN-13: 9781162762111
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 146
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d