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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a rich and diverse collection of excerpts from over 200 plays written between the sixteenth and nineteenth centuries. These plays represent a wide range of genres, from tragedies to comedies to histories. The author has selected these excerpts with an eye towards showcasing the beauty and power of language, and the insights that these plays offer into the human condition. The book is divided into 12 thematic sections, each of which explores a different aspect of the human experience. These sections include love, loss, ambition, and revenge. The excerpts themselves are arranged chronologically, allowing the reader to trace the development of dramatic themes over time. The book also includes an introduction by the author, which provides a concise overview of the history of English drama. This introduction is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the context in which these plays were written. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in English literature, drama, or the history of ideas. It is a book that will be enjoyed by both scholars and general readers alike. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334364044_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334364044
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334364044
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)