Racine, Jean
Phedre: Dual Language Edition
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140445916
- author:
- Racine, Jean
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Publishing Group
- language:
- French
- Publication Year:
- 1992
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 19.7 x 12.9 x 1.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Drama, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Racine's Phèdre is a masterpiece of French neoclassic theater. This edition features both the original French text and Margaret Rawlings' translation, presented on facing pages for easy comparison.
With Racine's own preface and notes on his references included, this bilingual edition provides valuable insights into the play's historical context and literary allusions. A favorite among modern readers and students alike, Phèdre is a rich and thought-provoking work that continues to be performed by amateur companies and repertory theaters.
Translated with a foreword by Margaret Rawlings, this edition offers a unique opportunity for readers to engage with Racine's masterpiece in both French and English. With its wealth of historical and literary information, Phèdre is an excellent choice for anyone interested in classical theater or the works of Jean Racine.