Australian Melodrama: Eighty Years Of Popular Theatre

Australian Melodrama: Eighty Years Of Popular Theatre

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Eric Irvin
Binding: Paperback
Published: Hale and Iremonger., 1981

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Eric Irvin's Australian Melodrama: Eighty Years Of Popular Theatre chronicles the vibrant and often overlooked history of popular stage productions in Australia from the late 19th to mid-20th centuries. This scholarly work uncovers the dramatic conventions, social contexts, and influential personalities that shaped the nation's theatrical landscape. Irvin presents a meticulous examination of the genre's evolution, illustrating its enduring appeal and cultural significance. The narrative details the intricate interplay between performance and society, offering a comprehensive understanding of Australian popular entertainment. It stands as an essential resource for theatre historians and enthusiasts seeking insight into a pivotal era of dramatic arts.

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Description

Author: Eric Irvin
Binding: Paperback
Published: Hale and Iremonger., 1981

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Eric Irvin's Australian Melodrama: Eighty Years Of Popular Theatre chronicles the vibrant and often overlooked history of popular stage productions in Australia from the late 19th to mid-20th centuries. This scholarly work uncovers the dramatic conventions, social contexts, and influential personalities that shaped the nation's theatrical landscape. Irvin presents a meticulous examination of the genre's evolution, illustrating its enduring appeal and cultural significance. The narrative details the intricate interplay between performance and society, offering a comprehensive understanding of Australian popular entertainment. It stands as an essential resource for theatre historians and enthusiasts seeking insight into a pivotal era of dramatic arts.