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The Essential Samuel Beckett: An Illustrated Biography, Revised Edition
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Samuel Beckett, Winner Of The Nobel Prize For Literature In 1969, Is Internationally Recognized As One Of The Truly Seminal Playwrights Of The Twentieth Century. He Is Undoubtedly A 'Difficult' Writer, And One Of The Virtues Of Enoch Brater'S Concise Literary Biography Is To Give The General Reader Easier Access To Beckett'S Work, Particularly His Later And More Elliptical Theatre And Prose Pieces.Professor Brater Follows Beckett'S Career From The Early Days In Ireland, To The Efflorescence In France Just After The Second World War, And Beyond That To The Unfolding Of His Success In The Rest Of The World As A Result Of The Universal Appeal Of His Cryptic, Moving Play Waiting For Godot. In His Analysis Of The Way Beckett Approached His Work, Brater Emphasizes The Irish Rhythms In His Writing, And Examines, At All Stages, The Intriguing Relationship Between His Fiction And His Compositions For Theatre, Film And Television. Supported By A Large Selection Of Photographs, Personal And Public, Here Is A Brilliant And Informed Study Of Beckett'S Life And Works.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Essential Samuel Beckett: An Illustrated Biography'? A: The book provides a concise literary biography of Samuel Beckett, focusing on his contributions as a playwright and writer, particularly emphasizing his career from Ireland to international acclaim.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The biography is written by Enoch Brater, who analyzes Beckett's work and offers insights into his life and literary contributions.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: The book contains a total of 144 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Essential Samuel Beckett' published? A: The book was published on June 30, 2003.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone unfamiliar with Samuel Beckett's work? A: Yes, the biography is designed to make Beckett's complex works more accessible to general readers, providing context and analysis.
- Q: Does this book include photographs? A: Yes, the biography is supported by a large selection of both personal and public photographs related to Samuel Beckett's life.
- Q: What condition is this book in? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring it is mint and unused.
- Q: What are the return policies for this book? A: The book comes with a guaranteed no-quibbles return policy.
- Q: Are there any specific features of this product? A: The book features same-day dispatch for orders received before 12 noon, along with guaranteed packaging.