Alfred Jarry
Ubu Roi
- ISBN 13:
- 9780486426877
- author:
- Alfred Jarry
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Dover Publications Inc.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 80
- Genre:
- Books
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Ubu Roi is a provocative farce that sparked controversy with its scatological references at its 1896 premiere. This satirical drama critiques the tendency of successful individuals to abuse their power and become complacent, featuring a main character who embodies modern man's darker qualities. Championed by avant-garde movements such as Dadaism and Surrealism, Ubu Roi is considered one of the first absurdist dramas. Its unflinching portrayal of cruelty, gluttony, and grotesquery has made it a landmark work in the world of theatre. This edition features 73 pages of the original text, presented in paperback format.
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