Racine, Jean
Phaedra (French Texts)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781853994593
- author:
- Racine, Jean
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bristol Classical Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1998
- Pages:
- 170
- Genre:
- Drama texts, plays
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Racine's Phèdre is a critically acclaimed play that continues to move and disturb its audience and readers to this day. This edition includes a detailed introduction that explores the play's enduring power, a survey of 20th century productions, and a section on the play's complex language and versification. A comprehensive glossary is also included to aid readers in understanding the play's nuances.
First performed in 1677, Phèdre remains a powerful exploration of love, desire, and the human condition. This new edition of the play is a valuable resource for scholars and students of French literature, as well as anyone interested in exploring the complexities of Racine's masterpiece.
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