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After Brecht: British Epic Theater is the first book to fully explore contemporary British drama in the light of the influence of German playwright Bertolt Brecht. Focusing on the work of Howard Brenton, Edward Bond, Caryl Churchill, David Hare, Trevor Griffiths, and John McGrath, the book examines Brechtian techniques and style within the work of each playwright, while highlighting the divergent development of each. The book has been enriched by the author's in-depth conversations with the playwrights. The topics covered include contemporary politics and the theater, the National Theatre,…
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2 editions- Paperback · English · 1996University of Michigan Press · 248 pages · 9780472084081
- Hardcover · English · 1995University of Michigan Press · 248 pages · 9780472103218
AppreciationEnglish Epic literatureEnglish Political playsEnglish dramaEpic literature, EnglishGerman influencesGerman literatureHistory