The Continental Drama Of Today

""The Continental Drama of Today: Outlines for Its Study"" is a book written by Barrett Harper Clark and published in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the contemporary drama scene in Europe, focusing on the work of playwrights from France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Russia. Clark's purpose in writing the book is to provide a guide for students and scholars who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the Continental drama of the time. He offers an in-depth analysis of the major themes, styles, and techniques employed by the leading playwrights of the era, including Henrik Ibsen, August Strindberg, Maurice Maeterlinck, and Gerhart Hauptmann, among others.The book is divided into two main sections. The first section provides a historical and critical overview of the Continental drama, tracing its evolution from the Romantic era to the present day. Clark examines the various movements and trends that have shaped the drama, including Symbolism, Naturalism, and Expressionism.The second section of the book is devoted to individual playwrights and their works. Clark offers detailed analyses of the major plays of each playwright, discussing their themes, characters, and techniques. He also provides biographical information about each playwright, placing their work within the context of their personal lives and cultural backgrounds.Overall, ""The Continental Drama of Today: Outlines for Its Study"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of European drama. It offers a comprehensive overview of the major trends and movements of the time, while also providing insightful analyses of individual plays and playwrights.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.