Seasons Of Discontent: Dramatic Opinions 1959-1965

Edition: First British Edition

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Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
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A landmark work of American theater criticism, Seasons of Discontent: Dramatic Opinions 1959-1965 presents a sharp and uncompromising survey of the theatrical landscape during one of the most turbulent and transformative periods in modern drama. Robert Brustein, one of the most formidable critical voices of the twentieth century, chronicles his firsthand encounters with Broadway and Off-Broadway productions, dissecting performances, playwrights, and productions with wit, erudition, and a fierce intellectual honesty. Originally written as reviews for The New Republic, these collected essays argue passionately for a theater of artistic integrity and social relevance, holding the commercial stage accountable to the highest dramatic standards. Brustein's prose is incisive and often combative, illuminating the tensions between artistic ambition and popular taste that defined American theater in the early 1960s. The result is an essential document for anyone serious about the history of drama and the role of the critic as a cultural conscience.