Les œuvres dramatiques d'Eugene O'Neill sont réputées pour leur profonde force émotionnelle, leur honnêteté et un concept original de la tragédie. Ce dramaturge américain pionnier a introduit le réalisme dramatique dans le théâtre américain, insufflant à ses personnages un authentique parler vernaculaire américain. O'Neill explorait souvent des individus en marge de la société, dépeignant leurs luttes avec l'espoir, la désillusion et le désespoir. Ses pièces abordent majoritairement la tragédie et le pessimisme personnel, à une seule exception près.
The book, originally penned on December 17, 1940, offers a glimpse into the historical context of its creation. It likely reflects the themes and concerns of that era, providing readers with insights into the social and political landscape of the time. The date suggests a connection to significant events, possibly influencing the narrative or characters within. This historical backdrop may enrich the reading experience, making it relevant for those interested in the period's literature and its impact on contemporary issues.
This final volume of Eugene O'Neill's complete dramatic works includes eight plays from 1932 to 1943, showcasing his career's pinnacle. Highlights include "Ah, Wilderness!" depicting boyhood innocence, "Long Day's Journey into Night" exploring family turmoil, and "A Moon for the Misbegotten," reflecting on elusive peace.
O'Neill's one-act plays showcase his recurring themes and concerns, presenting a dramatic form akin to short stories. This collection features nine plays that reflect his evolution as a playwright, including early works centered on maritime life, the Expressionist piece "The Hairy Ape," and the haunting monologue "Hughie." Each play offers a unique glimpse into O'Neill's artistic journey and the depth of his exploration of human experience.
Experimental O'Neill compiles in a single volume six of Eugene O'Neill's early
plays: The Hairy Ape, The Emperor Jones, and what are often referred to as The
S.S. Glencairn Plays, four related one-acts. With extensive companion essays
and critical analysis, this indispensable volume brings together some of
O'Neill's often overlooked and stil
Eugene O'Neill's early works showcase his innovative approach to American theater. This collection features his first three full-length plays, which delve into complex themes such as family dynamics, existential struggles, and the human condition. O'Neill's rich character development and poignant dialogue highlight his mastery in capturing the intricacies of life and relationships, setting the stage for his later acclaimed works. Readers will gain insight into the playwright's evolution and the foundational elements of modern drama.
Although one of his lesser known one-act plays, "The Hairy Ape," written in 1922, followed the success of his first two Pulitzer Prize-winning plays. This drama follows the disturbing dehumanization of Yank, a ship's fireman and a representation of the lower class. He feels superiority from his brute strength until he meets Mildred, the well-intentioned daughter of an extremely wealthy steel magnate. She initiates Yank's uncertainty and disillusionment concerning his place in society and humanity, leading to his bitter anger and ultimate demise. While the character of Long introduces hints of socialist ideas in the play and Paddy wistfully recalls the days before machinery, these commentaries serve to enhance the powerful conviction of the terrible human toll of industrialization. "The Hairy Ape" was received largely as thought-provoking entertainment in O'Neill's day, and it continues to provide readers today with an insightful view of a pivotal time in American society, ultimately exploring human nature and a society that would endanger and disassociate many of the hard-working people within it.
"The only American dramatist awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature, Eugene O'Neill wrote with poetic expressiveness, emotional intensity, and immense dramatic power. This Library of America volume (the first in a three-volume set) contains twenty-nine plays he wrote between 1913, when he began his career, and 1920, the year he first achieved Broadway success. Many of O'Neill's early plays are one-act melodramas whose characters are caught in extreme situations."--Amazon.com
Englische Literatur in Reclams Roter Reihe: das ist der englische Originaltext – ungekürzt und unbearbeitet mit Worterklärungen am Fuß jeder Seite, Nachwort und Literaturhinweisen. Die Familiengschichte spielt an einem Augusttag 1912. Anfangs scheint es, dass Mary und James Tyrone und ihre beiden Söhne in einer Idylle leben. Schon bald blickt der Leser hinter die Kulissen: Morphiumsucht, berufliches Versagen, Geiz und Neid... Alle Protagonisten sind am American Dream gescheitert, sind Opfer und Täter zugleich. Das Familienidyll wird zur „Reise in die Nacht“ ... Englische Lektüre: Niveau C1 – C2 (GER)
Josie, a towering woman with a quick tongue and a ruined reputation lives in a dilapidated Connecticut farmhouse with her conniving father. Together, they're a formidable force as they scrape together a livelihood. But Josie's softer side is exposed through her love of Jim Tyrone, her father's drinking buddy - a third-rate actor whose dreams of stardom were washed away by alcohol. The companion pieces are "Long Day's Journey" and "The Iceman Cometh."
The book is a facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. It emphasizes the commitment to protecting and promoting important literature by providing affordable, high-quality editions that remain true to the original text. This initiative highlights the value of cultural heritage in literature.
