A Book About the Theater by Brander Matthews
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Matthews, Brander, 1852-1929
English
"A Book About the Theater" by Brander Matthews is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The work examines various aspects of theatrical arts and offers insights on the intricacies of the theater, from dramatic structure to performance techniques. Matthews, a professor of dramatic literature, brings both academic rigor and person...
At the start of the book, Matthews sets the stage for his exploration by reflecting on the show business, tying it to historical figures like Disraeli and discussing their more theatrical approaches to politics. He emphasizes the integral relationship between drama and spectacle, asserting that all forms of entertainment, including theater, are ultimately about amusement. Through anecdotes and examples from various forms of theatrical expression, he begins to establish his thesis that understanding the art of the stage requires not only an appreciation of dramatic literature but also an awareness of its performance context and the evolving dynamics of audience engagement. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Deborah Lewis
4 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. It was exactly what I needed right now.
Thomas Flores
3 weeks agoOnce I started reading, the technical accuracy of the content is spot on. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.
Liam Anderson
3 weeks agoA fantastic discovery, the character development is subtle yet leaves a lasting impact. This book will stay with me for a long time.
Andrew Hernandez
1 month agoAt first glance, the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. This book will stay with me for a long time.
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Andrew White
6 days agoIt took me a while to start, but the character development is subtle yet leaves a lasting impact. A solid resource I will return to often.