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Offering a carefully chosen selection of plays from the ancient Greeks to the present including many new contemporary prizewinners The Compact Bedford Introduction to Drama has the plays you want to teach and the features students need at a compact size and an affordable price. Twentyeight chronologically arranged plays are illuminated by insightful commentaries and casebooks that enrich students contextual understanding and encourage critical thinking. Concise introductions for each historical period and play emphasize theater design, staging, and acting style, and a wealth of photographs and illustrations help students visualize plays in performance. A fresh new design highlights the contextual features and additional help for students including a guide to writing about drama, a glossary, and new crossreferences to a robust companion Web site.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Compact Bedford Introduction to Drama'? A: 'The Compact Bedford Introduction to Drama' offers a curated selection of plays spanning from ancient Greek works to contemporary prize-winning pieces. It aims to provide essential plays for teaching while emphasizing critical thinking and contextual understanding.
- Q: How many plays are included in this edition? A: This edition includes twenty-eight plays that are arranged chronologically, allowing readers to explore the evolution of drama over time.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Lee A. Jacobus, who is known for his expertise in literary studies and drama.
- Q: What are some features of this book? A: The book features insightful commentaries, casebooks for contextual understanding, concise introductions to each play, photographs, illustrations, and a guide to writing about drama.
- Q: What is the page count of 'The Compact Bedford Introduction to Drama'? A: The book has a total of 1120 pages, providing a comprehensive resource for drama studies.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Compact Bedford Introduction to Drama' is available in a paperback binding, which is lightweight and suitable for easy handling.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in drama studies? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible for students at all levels, including beginners, providing essential insights and tools for understanding drama.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: The seventh edition of 'The Compact Bedford Introduction to Drama' was published on October 5, 2012.
- Q: What condition is the book in when purchased? A: The book is sold as a new item, ensuring that readers receive it in pristine condition.
- Q: Does this book include resources for further study? A: Yes, it includes a guide to writing about drama, a glossary, and cross-references to a companion website for additional resources.