John Galsworthy

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Six Short Plays

Beschreibung

Experience the concise brilliance of John Galsworthy's dramatic vision in "Six Short Plays, Complete." This collection showcases the celebrated English playwright's mastery of the one-act play format, offering a powerful and engaging glimpse into English society. Explore a range of human experiences within these carefully crafted dramas, each a self-contained world of compelling characters and resonant themes. A master of short-form drama, Galsworthy delivers impactful narratives in these accessible plays. Suitable for both seasoned theater enthusiasts and those new to dramatic literature, this anthology captures the enduring power of concise storytelling. Delve into this collection of short plays and discover the dramatic artistry of a literary master. This edition has been carefully prepared for print republication, ensuring its availability for years to come. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

John Galsworthy (1867-1933) was an English novelist and playwright, noted for his portrayal of the British upper middle class and for his social criticism. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1932. Galsworthy's literary career was marked by a commitment to social issues and a meticulous, often understated, style. His works reflect his deep concern for social justice and depict the struggles of life with both sympathy and moral earnestness. Best known for his Forsyte Saga, a series of novels which chronicle the ebbing social power of an upper-middle-class English family, Galsworthy's writing is characterized by its narrative breadth and depth. The richness of his characters and the detailed examination of their personal lives set Galsworthy apart from his contemporaries. His plays, though less known than his novels, also exhibit his characteristic insight and empathy. 'Six Short Plays', a collection drawing upon themes of marital strife, social inequality, and profound human emotion, showcases Galsworthy's dramatic talents. Each play in the collection is concise, yet dense with meaning and potent in its social commentary, highlighting Galsworthy's skill as a dramatist. Throughout his career, John Galsworthy remained a dedicated chronicler of English society, with a keen eye for the subtleties of class and the complexities of human relationships. His literary contributions continue to be celebrated for their elegant prose, narrative sophistication, and deep humanism.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 82
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 127g
• ISBN-13: 9781022986282
• ISBN-10: 1022986287
• Artikelnr.: 74075047