Realism and the American dramatic tradition

By William W. Demastes

Subjects: American drama, history and criticism, 20th century, Realism in literature, Theater, Drama, American, History and criticism, American drama, DRAMA, Realismus

Description: This work reconsiders realism on the American stage by addressing the great variety and richness of the plays that form the American theatre canon. It traces the development of American dramatic realism from James A. Herne, the "American Ibsen" to contemporary dramatists such as Sam Shepard.