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Longman Anthology of Drama and Theater, The: A Global Perspective, Compact Edition Compact Edition

by Michael Greenwald (Author), Roger Schultz (Author), Roberto Pomo (Author)
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The Longman Anthology of Drama and Theater, Compact Edition, is a fully-integrated text/anthology of drama with a global emphasis for the Introduction to Drama course.

The Compact Edition is divided into three parts. Part One examines the roots of theater and the theoretical and critical foundations of theater and drama. Part Two, an anthology of Western Theater, and Part Three, an anthology of non-western theater, are divided into historical and geographical sections, each preceded by a brief overview of the cultural and historical context that shaped the plays. A map and timeline of key historical, cultural, and artistic events precedes each section in Parts II and III.

Preceding each section of plays is a brief overview of the history of the theater from its origins in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas to the present. The ideas that inspired the dramas are considered, as well as the particulars of each performance. In the interest of creating a clean, uncluttered text, selected bibliographies are at the end of the book.

Questions for Discussion and Writing are included in the accompanying Instructor's Manual, as well as more thorough bibliographies and a comprehensive list of films and videos that illustrate the ideas in the text.

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    0321088980
  2. ISBN-13
    978-0321088987
  3. Edition
    Compact
  4. Publisher
    Pearson
  5. Publication date
    December 6, 2001
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    7.9 x 2.1 x 9.9 inches
  8. Print length
    864 pages
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Divided into three parts, this brief, chronologically-organized, fully-integrated drama anthology offers a global emphasis and extensive critical and historical material of 23 indispensable plays. No other anthology offers such a richly varied selection from the traditional Western canon, Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. This anthology contains many examples of rituals, ceremonies, and folk customs. The role of the storyteller is examined and chronicled to illustrate the impulses that have prompted humans to create theater. Center Stage Essays present dramatic descriptions of special performances, in many cases, the first performance of a well-known play. Spotlight Essays identify and discuss the wide variety of staging conventions of particular theaters. Forum Essays present important critical documents by critics, theoreticians, and theater artists. Lavish maps and annotated timelines familiarize the reader with different cultures and periods. Each play is introduced by a thorough headnote; each includes in-depth biographical information about the playwright and the historical context of the play. Photographs and illustrations help the reader visualize the performance of the play they are reading. For anyone interested in drama and theater.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pearson; Compact edition (December 6, 2001)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 864 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0321088980
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0321088987
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.19 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.9 x 2.1 x 9.9 inches
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TheIkeHill
5.0 out of 5 stars A Essential Book for any Thespian but buy the regular Edt and not Compact
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2009
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This anthology does a great job of providing a snapshot of works that any theater goer of interest can appreciate. Warning there is a lot to read here folks. The only downside is that there is another book other which is not the Compact Edition that is a better buy for a couple more bucks. The sweet thing is that b/c all of these works are classic and popular, getting the newest edition really doesn't matter much to me.
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LeeP
5.0 out of 5 stars Longman Anthology of Drama and Theatre
Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2012
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This book was fantastic! I used it for my World Theatre class and enjoyed it thoroughly. I know the writer and he is a phenomenal professor who has traveled the world and shares great stories with the class. Would recommend this book for anyone interested in theater all over the world.
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Oc
4.0 out of 5 stars very well written
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2014
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a thorough glimpse into the history and characteristic of theatre. follows historical timeline, includes different region of the world. very well written and knowledgeable
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Kate
5.0 out of 5 stars Great price.
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2013
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I accidentally ordered the compact version of the Longman Anthology instead of the original, but this is a great substitution to the full version if that's all you need. It was a lot cheaper than it was at the University bookstore.
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melissa
5.0 out of 5 stars Good use of this book
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2011
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I needed to buy this for my World Drama class. It has so many plays that I will be keeping it and I will use it for my History of Theatre class as well. Helps save money, I like that.
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Tuff Cookie
1.0 out of 5 stars I'm sure this is a great book...
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2014
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I never received my book, never got reimbursed for the purchase. I was very disappointed, however I was able to get some materials from a classmate and had to explain to my professor about the delay, fortunately with hard work, you tube review, Google notes and endless studying I passed the class with an A. God is good.

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Allie411
2.0 out of 5 stars Wouldn't read it for fun, despite being the compact version
Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2015
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Brought it for my World Theater Art class. Well written. Very lengthly. Wouldn't read it for fun, despite being the compact version, it's very drawn out at times.
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Aaron Krauss
5.0 out of 5 stars Great author and book
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2014
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Dr. Greenland was a professor of mine. Great book, thorough, and a pleasure to be in his class, though I'm not much of a theater person
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