Brecht, Bertolt
Mother Courage and Her Children (Student Editions)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781350178533
- author:
- Brecht, Bertolt
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Methuen Drama
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 136
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 13.2 x 1 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary Criticsm, Drama,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Bertolt Brecht's Mother Courage and Her Children is a powerful drama that explores the human cost of war. Written in 1938-9, this play follows the story of Mother Courage, a canteen woman who serves with the Swedish Army during the Thirty Years War, as she navigates the devastating consequences of conflict. Through its exploration of themes such as war, nature, and capitalism, Brecht's work offers a unique perspective on the human experience. The play's use of epic theatre and its critical reception have made it a subject of ongoing academic debate, with scholars examining its relevance to Marxist, feminist, and postmodernist theories. This Student Edition features an introduction by Katherine Hollander, which provides valuable context for understanding the play's historical and cultural background. With its thought-provoking themes and complex characters, Mother Courage and Her Children is a work of enduring significance that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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