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Asian American Playwrights by Miles Xian Liu
A Bio-bibliographical Critical Sourcebook
This reference work highlights the careers and works of 52 American playwrights of Indian, Pakistani, Vietnamies, Philippino, Japanese, Korean and Chinese origins. The entries are alphabetical, each includes a biography, a discussion of mojor works and themes and a bibliography of sources.In the late 19th century, Asian American drama made its debut with the spotlight firmly on the lives and struggles of Asians in North America, rather than on the cultures and traditions of the Asian homeland. Today, Asian American playwrights continue to challenge the limitations of established theatrical conventions and direct popular attention toward issues and experiences that might otherwise be ignored or marginalized. This reference highlights the careers and works of 52 American playwrights of origins from India, Pakistan, Vietnam, the Philippines, Japan, Korea, and China. Entries are arranged alphabetically and are written by expert contributors. Each entry includes a brief biography, a discussion of major works and themes, a summary of the dramatist's critical reception, and a bibliography of primary and secondary sources. The volume closes with a selected, general bibliography, which includes anthologies, critical works, and periodicals. |
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| Author(s) : Miles Xian Liu | Format : Hardback Book |
| ISBN-10 : 0313314551 | ISBN-13 : 9780313314551 |
| RRP : £59.95 | Best available price : £ / $ |
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Product Details:
Country Publication : United States
Publication Date : 30/05/2002
Publisher : Greenwood Press
Page Length : 424mm
Page Size : 230mm