A Student Handbook to the Plays of Arthur by Prof. Alan Ackerman HARDBACK

Name: A Student Handbook to the Plays of Arthur by Prof. Alan Ackerman HARDBACK
Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Unlock a deeper understanding of Arthur Miller's most celebrated plays with this essential student handbook. Comprehensive analysis and detailed commentary on "All My Sons," "Death of a Salesman," "The Crucible," "A View from the Bridge," and "Broken Glass." Authored by leading scholars, this guide offers clear insights into plot summaries, themes, characters, structure, language, and stage/screen adaptations for each play. Includes a chronology of Miller's life and work, and an overview of his writing, recurrent themes, and their connection to his life and times. Key features: * In-depth analysis of five major Arthur Miller plays. * Consistent framework for summaries, thematic discussions, character studies, and structural breakdowns. * Exploration of plays in production, including stage and screen adaptations. * Questions for study to encourage critical thinking and comparison. * Glossary of terms and phrases within the text. * Chronology of Arthur Miller's life and career. Product Summary: Student handbook for Arthur Miller's plays. Covers All My Sons, Death of a Salesman, The Crucible, A View from the Bridge, and Broken Glass. Authored by Alan Ackerman and Enoch Brater. Features include plot summaries, thematic analysis, character studies, structure, language, production history, study questions, and glossary. Includes chronology and overview of Miller's work. Hardcover, English language version, 272 pages, published in 2013.