Soyinka, Wole
Collected Plays: v.2: Vol 2 (Oxford Paperbacks)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780192811646
- author:
- Soyinka, Wole
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1975
- Pages:
- 282
- Genre:
- Drama texts: from c 1900 -
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Wole Soyinka's Collected Plays explores the complexities of modern society through the lens of tradition and progress. This collection of works reveals the destructive consequences of unchecked ambition, as seen in plays such as Kongi's Harvest, where the pretensions of power are ultimately fatal. The two Brother Jero plays offer a nuanced exploration of the human condition, shifting from prophetic optimism to sardonic reality. Meanwhile, Madmen and Specialists delves into the devastating effects of modern civil war on individuals and society. Through these works, Soyinka masterfully critiques the notion of progress, instead highlighting the enduring power of tradition. This collection provides a thought-provoking insight into the human experience, inviting readers to consider the consequences of societal change.
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