Lorca, Federico Garc Da
Four Major Plays (Oxford World's Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199537518
- author:
- Lorca, Federico Garc Da
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 128mm X 196mm
- Genre:
- Plays, playscripts
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Federico García Lorca's Four Major Plays is a collection of four plays that showcase the author's unique vision and style. Written in the 1930s, these plays offer a glimpse into Lorca's personal and cultural world, exploring themes of love, morality, and the human condition. With a focus on classical theatrical tradition, Lorca's plays are characterized by stark plots and a masterful use of images, which convey a sense of danger and urgency. Lorca's work is marked by a fiercely libertarian assault on traditional moralities, and his plays are deeply rooted in the cultural and political ferment of his time. This collection, translated by John Edmunds, provides a unique insight into Lorca's theatre and its enduring themes. With its expert introduction, helpful notes, and up-to-date bibliography, this edition of Four Major Plays is a valuable resource for scholars and readers alike.