Types Of Farce-Comedy (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436681575)

""Types of Farce-Comedy"" is a book written by Robert Metcalf Smith that explores the various types and sub-genres of farce-comedy in theatre and literature. The book delves into the history and evolution of farce-comedy, from its origins in ancient Greece to its modern-day adaptations. It also discusses the characteristics and elements that make up a farce-comedy, such as mistaken identity, exaggerated situations, and physical comedy. Smith analyzes the different types of farce-comedy, including romantic farce, social farce, and political farce, and provides examples from classic plays and modern works. He also examines the role of farce-comedy in society, its impact on audiences, and its place in the larger context of comedic literature. Overall, ""Types of Farce-Comedy"" is a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in understanding and appreciating the nuances and complexities of this popular genre in theatre and literature.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: Robert Metcalf Smith, Howard Garrett Rhoads
ISBN-10: 143668157X
ISBN-13: 9781436681575
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 608
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.33lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.50d