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Overview
The British 'New Wave' of dramatists, actors and directors in the late 1950s and 1960s created a defining moment in post-war theatre. British Realist Theatre is an accessible introduction to the New Wave, providing the historical and cultural background which is essential for a true understanding of this influential and dynamic era.Drawing upon contemporary sources as well as the plays themselves, Stephen Lacey considers the plays' influences, their impact and their critical receptions. The playwrights discussed include:
• Edward Bond
• John Osborne
• Shelagh Delaney
• Harold Pinter
Synopsis
The British 'New Wave' of dramatists, actors and directors in the late 1950s and 1960s created a defining moment in post-war theatre. British Realist Theatre is an accessible introduction to the New Wave, providing the historical and cultural background which is essential for a true understanding of this influential and dynamic era.
Drawing upon contemporary sources as well as the plays themselves, Stephen Lacey considers the plays' influences, their impact and their critical receptions. The playwrights discussed include:
• Edward Bond
• John Osborne
• Shelagh Delaney
• Harold Pinter
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Chronicles the British roots of the founder of Hartford, Connecticut, considering his early years, his university years at Cambridge, his first pastorate and marriage, and his conflicts with the powerful Bishop of London. The author leads a tour of the many remaining vestiges of Hooker's life in English villages and towns, describing homes, churches, and other landmarks. Includes b&w illustrations, and extensive notes. For historians and travelers. Distributed by Family Society Tours, 62 Weston Road, Weston, CT 06883. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)