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Discover the imaginative world of E. E. Cummings with *The Theatre of E. E. Cummings*. This captivating collection gathers Cummings’s long-neglected theatrical works, including his influential plays *HIM* (1927), *Anthropos* (1930), and *Santa Claus* (1946), alongside the poetic ballet treatment of *Tom* (1935). In *HIM*, delve deep into the emotional struggle of a creatively blocked artist and his partner, Me, as they navigate the complexities of love and art. Experience Cummings's unique perspective in *Anthropos*, where three 'infrahumans' ponder existence in a playful yet profound scenario. The whimsical exchange in *Santa Claus* reexamines identity through the lens of Death and Saint Nick. Finally, witness Cummings’s exceptional reinterpretation of Harriet Beecher Stowe's *Uncle Tom's Cabin*, transformed into a ballet that critiques the nature of Evil, showcasing his unparalleled creativity and philosophical depth.
This essential collection highlights the artist's vital role in society and invites readers to embrace the enigmatic nature of theatrical expression. Cummings’s signature wit and insight shine throughout these boldly inventive works, reminding us of the transformative power of art. Perfect for lovers of poetry and theater alike, *The Theatre of E. E. Cummings* reveals the heart of a literary genius.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780871406545
Year: 2013
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 224
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780871406545
Year: 2013
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 224
Description:
The Theatre of E. E. Cummings collects in their entirety Cummings's long out-of-print theatrical works: the plays HIM (1927), Anthropos (1930), and Santa Claus (1946), and the ballet treatment Tom (1935). In HIM, a creatively blocked artist and his lover, Me, struggle to bridge the impasse in their relationship and in his art. In Anthropos, a Platonic parable, three "infrahumans" brainstorm slogans while a man sketches on a cave wall; and in Santa Claus, Death and Saint Nick exchange identities. Harriet Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin is reimagined as dance, transforming the novel into a symbolic attack against Evil itself. Cummings's prodigious creativity is on display in each of these works, which are ultimately about the place of the artist outside of society. "DON'T TRY TO UNDERSTAND IT, LET IT TRY TO UNDERSTAND YOU," Cummings famously wrote about his intentions for the stage. Thoughtful and witty, Cummings's dramas are an integral part of his canon.
This essential collection highlights the artist's vital role in society and invites readers to embrace the enigmatic nature of theatrical expression. Cummings’s signature wit and insight shine throughout these boldly inventive works, reminding us of the transformative power of art. Perfect for lovers of poetry and theater alike, *The Theatre of E. E. Cummings* reveals the heart of a literary genius.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780871406545
Year: 2013
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 224
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780871406545
Year: 2013
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 224
Description:
The Theatre of E. E. Cummings collects in their entirety Cummings's long out-of-print theatrical works: the plays HIM (1927), Anthropos (1930), and Santa Claus (1946), and the ballet treatment Tom (1935). In HIM, a creatively blocked artist and his lover, Me, struggle to bridge the impasse in their relationship and in his art. In Anthropos, a Platonic parable, three "infrahumans" brainstorm slogans while a man sketches on a cave wall; and in Santa Claus, Death and Saint Nick exchange identities. Harriet Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin is reimagined as dance, transforming the novel into a symbolic attack against Evil itself. Cummings's prodigious creativity is on display in each of these works, which are ultimately about the place of the artist outside of society. "DON'T TRY TO UNDERSTAND IT, LET IT TRY TO UNDERSTAND YOU," Cummings famously wrote about his intentions for the stage. Thoughtful and witty, Cummings's dramas are an integral part of his canon.