Plays of Near & Far

Plays of Near & Far

Lord Dunsany

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Editorial:
Anson Street Press
Año de edición:
2025
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781023021241
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Experience the enchanting world of Lord Dunsany’s 'Plays of Near & Far,' a collection of captivating one-act plays showcasing the author’s unique blend of fantasy and Irish literary tradition. This volume presents a selection of Dunsany’s dramatic works, exploring themes of adventure, destiny, and the allure of the unknown.A master of atmosphere and imaginative storytelling, Dunsany crafts worlds both familiar and fantastical, inviting readers to journey beyond the ordinary. These plays, ripe with evocative language and memorable imagery, offer a glimpse into the heart of early 20th-century drama and the enduring power of theatrical storytelling. Ideal for students of literature and theater enthusiasts, 'Plays of Near & Far' provides a timeless exploration of the human condition through the lens of one of Ireland’s most celebrated playwrights.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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