Representative One-Act Plays by British and Irish Authors, (Hardcover)

<p>"Representative One-Act Plays by British and Irish Authors" is an essential anthology that captures the diversity and innovation of the early 20th-century stage. Edited by the distinguished dramatic critic Barrett H. Clark, this collection brings together a curated selection of short plays that define the artistic output of prominent British and Irish playwrights during a pivotal era in theater history.</p><p>The volume explores the unique technical and narrative possibilities of the one-act format, ranging from intense social dramas and poignant tragedies to sharp satires and lighthearted comedies. By featuring works that were influential in their time, the collection offers readers a comprehensive look at the evolution of modern dialogue, character development, and structural efficiency in dramatic writing. Each selection serves to highlight the mastery required to build a complete emotional arc within a limited timeframe.</p><p>Focusing on the literary and cultural significance of the British Isles' theatrical traditions, "Representative One-Act Plays by British and Irish Authors" serves as both a historical record and a practical resource for students, performers, and directors. It remains a valuable testament to the mastery of the short-form play and the enduring impact of the voices that shaped the modern dramatic landscape, providing insight into the themes and styles that dominated the theaters of London, Dublin, and beyond.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>

• Representative One-Act Plays by British and Irish Authors, (Hardcover)
• Author: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025947969
• Format: Hardcover
• Publication Date: 2026-02-14
• Page Count: 492