Description
Of the many dynamic, young playwrights to be associated with the "In-Yer-Face" burst of creative talent on the British stage in the mid-1990s, Joe Penhall has challenged Britain's status quo the most. Penhall believes his plays should constantly provoke and enrage not only the institutions he targets, but also his audience. This critical book discusses the argumentative nature of Penhall's plays, while also placing them within the context of contemporary British society and the modern dramatic tradition. His eight plays are discussed in detail, and particular attention is paid to male identity, the nature of grief, the variety of females, domestic drama, and the role of autobiography in his work.
About the Author
William C. Boles is a professor of English at Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida, where he teaches dramatic literature and film.
Book Information
ISBN 9780786459490
Author William C. Boles
Format Paperback
Page Count 209
Imprint McFarland & Co Inc
Publisher McFarland & Co Inc
Weight(grams) 306g
