The Athenian Sun in an African Sky: Modern African Adaptations of Classical Greek Tragedy

by Kevin J. Wetmore Jr.

Western literature has become more influential in Africa since the independence of many of that continent's countries in the early 1960s. In particular, Greek tragedy has grown as model and inspiration for African theatre artists. This work begins with a discussion of the affinity that modern-day African playwrights have for ancient Greek tragedy and the factors that determine their choice of classical texts and topics. The study concentrates on how...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0786410930
• ISBN13: 9780786410934
• Release Date: November 2001
• Publisher: McFarland and Company, Inc.
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher