Cambridge Studies in American Theatre and Drama Ser.: Early American Theatre from the Revolution to Thomas Jefferson : Into the Hands of the People by Heather S. Nathans (2007, Trade Paperback)
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PublisherCambridge University Press
ISBN-100521035473
ISBN-139780521035477
eBay Product ID (ePID)57279209
Product Key Features
Number of Pages260 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameEarly American Theatre from the Revolution to Thomas Jefferson : Into the Hands of the People
SubjectTheater / History & Criticism, American / General
Publication Year2007
TypeTextbook
AuthorHeather S. Nathans
Subject AreaDrama, Performing Arts
SeriesCambridge Studies in American Theatre and Drama Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight13.8 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width5.9 in
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Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
Reviews'… scholars interested in the history of the early American theatre, and the impact of social and political forces on its development, will find much here of interest.'Journal of American Studies, '... scholars interested in the history of the early American theatre, and the impact of social and political forces on its development, will find much here of interest.' Journal of American Studies, '� scholars interested in the history of the early American theatre, and the impact of social and political forces on its development, will find much here of interest.' Journal of American Studies, '… scholars interested in the history of the early American theatre, and the impact of social and political forces on its development, will find much here of interest.' Journal of American Studies
Dewey Edition22
Series Volume NumberSeries Number 19
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal792.097309033
Table Of ContentList of illustrations; List of tables; Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1. Extravagance and dissipation; 2. Revolutionary transformations; 3. 'A democracy of glee'; 4. Butcher, baker, candlestick maker; 5. A commercial community; 6. Into the hands of the people; Epilogue: 'from an infant stage'; Tables; Notes; Bibliography; Index.
SynopsisHeather Nathans examines the growth and influence of the theatre in the development of the young American Republic, from the Revolution through to the election of Thomas Jefferson in 1800. This 2003 book explores the lives and motives of the people working behind the scenes to establish a new national drama., Theater has often served as a touchstone for moments of political change or national definition and as a way of exploring cultural and ethnic identity. Heather Nathans examines its growth and influence in the development of the young American Republic--from the Revolution through the election of Thomas Jefferson in 1800. Unlike many works on early American theater, this book explores the lives and motives of the people working behind the scenes to establish a new national drama., Theatre has often served as a touchstone for moments of political change or national definition and as a way of exploring cultural and ethnic identity. In this 2003 book, Heather Nathans examines the growth and influence of the theatre in the development of the young American Republic, from the Revolution through to the election of Thomas Jefferson in 1800. Unlike many works on the early American theatre, this book explores the lives and motives of the people working behind the scenes to establish a new national drama. Some of the most famous figures in American history, from George Washington to Sam Adams, from John Hancock to Alexander Hamilton, battled over the creation of the American theatre. The book traces their motives and strategies - suggesting that for many of these men, the question of whether or not Americans should go to the playhouse meant the difference between the success and failure of the Revolutionary mission.