La Nouvelle Femme Dans le Théâtre Britannique : 1890-1914 / Eleanor Stewart.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Stewart, Eleanor (English teacher), author.

Series:

Collection Univers théâtral.

Univers Théâtral Series

Language:

French

Subjects (All):

Feminist drama, English--History and criticism.

Feminist drama, English.

English drama--20th century--History and criticism.

English drama.

English drama--19th century--History and criticism.

Feminism in literature.

Women in literature.

English drama--Women authors--History and criticism.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (289 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Paris, France : L'Harmattan, [2020]

Summary:

Eleanor Stewart's book examines the emergence of the 'New Woman' in British theatre from 1890 to 1914, a period marked by significant social and political changes. The work explores how the theatre served as a platform for feminist ideas, focusing on three key dramatic movements: Society Drama, New Drama, and suffragist theatre. Stewart analyzes the transformation of female characters from private dissenters to active militants, highlighting the contributions of playwrights like Elizabeth Robins and Cicely Hamilton. The book delves into the intersection of gender identity and drama, emphasizing the impact of realism in reshaping theatrical narratives. Intended for scholars and enthusiasts of theatre and feminist studies, it provides a detailed exploration of the cultural and artistic exchanges of the time. Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

9782140148590

2140148592