Full Description
Edward Bond is considered one of Britain's most important and innovative playwrights today. In this book, Jenny Spencer presents an in-depth examination of Bond's work and sheds new light on the state of contemporary British drama. Rather than a chronological discussion, Spencer evaluates the plays through the dramatic strategies and techniques which are key elements in Bond's theatre. In a fascinating analysis of the plays as well as previously unpublished material, and in discussion with the playwright himself, Spencer provides insights into Edward Bond and his style of theatre.
Table of Contents
List of illustrations
Acknowledgments
1. Introduction
2. Violence and voyeurism
3. Rereading history
4. Rewriting classics
5. Political parables
6. Social pleasures
7. Reading the present
8. Remembering the future
Notes
Index.
