Thornton wilder, classical reception, and american literature
Auteur :
Rojcewicz, Jr., Stephen J.
Éditeur :
Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN :
9781032014678
Date de publication :
8 oct. 2024
Dimensions :
23,4 x 15,6 cm
Poids :
380 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
This book delineates how Thornton Wilder (1897-1975), a learned playwright and novelist, embeds himself within the classical tradition, integrating Greek and Roman motifs with a wide range of sources to produce heart-breaking masterpieces such as Our Town and comedy sensations such as Dolly Levi.