The Principles of Playmaking and Other Discussions of the Drama

by Brander Matthews

Book Overview

""The Principles of Playmaking and Other Discussions of the Drama"" by Brander Matthews is a comprehensive guide to the art of playwriting. Matthews, a renowned American drama critic and professor of dramatic literature, provides practical advice for aspiring playwrights on topics such as plot, character development, dialogue, and stagecraft. He also discusses the history of the theater, the role of the playwright in society, and the challenges of...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430467622
• ISBN13: 9781430467625
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"