| Description |
228 pages ; 23 cm |
| Summary |
"This study of Henley's plays, attempts to dispel the common stereotypes that associate Henley's work with regional drama and sociological treatises. It argues instead that Henley can best be perceived as a dramatist who delineates an existential despair manifested in various forms of what Freud calls the modern neurosis"--Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
A career overview -- Henley and the modern angoisse -- Am I blue and the wake of Jamey Foster -- Crimes of the heart -- The Miss Firecracker contest and the debutante ball -- The lucky spot and abundance -- Signature and control freaks -- Revelers, l-play, and impossible marriage. |
| Subject |
Henley, Beth -- Criticism and interpretation.
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Henley, Beth. |
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Criticism and interpretation. |
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Women and literature -- United States -- History -- 20th century.
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Women and literature. |
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United States. |
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History. |
| Chronological Term |
20th century |
| Subject |
Henley, Beth -- Knowledge and learning -- Psychology.
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Psychology. |
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Drama -- Psychological aspects.
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Drama -- Psychological aspects. |
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Existentialism in literature.
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Existentialism in literature. |
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Despair in literature.
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Despair in literature. |
| ISBN |
0786420812 paperback alkaline paper |
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