Becket
Autor Jean Anouilh Andre Aciman Traducere de Lucienne Hillen Limba Engleză Paperback – 31 aug 1995 – vârsta de la 18 ani
The celebrated play that draws from historical events in the Norman conquest of England to create a profound portrait of a man's soul—and a transcendent vision of the human spirit
From its powerful opening scene, of a naked King Henry II praying at the tomb of Thomas Becket, to the final wrenching act of ultimate self-sacrifice, Jean Anouilh's Becket remains a towering achievement in the history of the theatre. Winner of the Antoinette Perry Award for Best Play of the Season, Anouilh's monumental work—introduced in this edition by the acclaimed writer and critic Andre Aciman—draws from historical events in the Norman conquest of England to paint a profound and enduring portrait of the saint and martyr.
From its powerful opening scene, of a naked King Henry II praying at the tomb of Thomas Becket, to the final wrenching act of ultimate self-sacrifice, Jean Anouilh's Becket remains a towering achievement in the history of the theatre. Winner of the Antoinette Perry Award for Best Play of the Season, Anouilh's monumental work—introduced in this edition by the acclaimed writer and critic Andre Aciman—draws from historical events in the Norman conquest of England to paint a profound and enduring portrait of the saint and martyr.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781573225083
ISBN-10: 1573225088
Pagini: 144
Dimensiuni: 130 x 201 x 10 mm
Greutate: 0.14 kg
Ediția:Riverhead.
Editura: Riverhead Books
ISBN-10: 1573225088
Pagini: 144
Dimensiuni: 130 x 201 x 10 mm
Greutate: 0.14 kg
Ediția:Riverhead.
Editura: Riverhead Books
Recenzii
“M. Anouilh’s essential theme—the portrayal of a life that ends by championing the honor of God, no matter what the cost—has nobility and exaltation.” –Howard Taubman, The New York Times
“Fascinating play… so much that is hopeful, stimulating, imaginatively gratifying.” –Walter Kerr
“A great play.” –Henry Hewes, Saturday Review
“Witty, original and impressive.” –The Wall Street Journal
“A great, exciting play.” Louis Sobol
“Brilliant, exciting and big.” –John Chapman, New York Daily News
“Stunning drama…” –John McClain
“Exciting, stimulating, full-blooded theatre.” –Robert Coleman
“A notable event in the theatre, powerful and distinguished.” –Richard Watts, New York Post
“Fascinating play… so much that is hopeful, stimulating, imaginatively gratifying.” –Walter Kerr
“A great play.” –Henry Hewes, Saturday Review
“Witty, original and impressive.” –The Wall Street Journal
“A great, exciting play.” Louis Sobol
“Brilliant, exciting and big.” –John Chapman, New York Daily News
“Stunning drama…” –John McClain
“Exciting, stimulating, full-blooded theatre.” –Robert Coleman
“A notable event in the theatre, powerful and distinguished.” –Richard Watts, New York Post
Notă biografică
Jean Anouilh (1910-1987) was a French dramatist, playwright, and screenwriter. He was one of France’s most prolific writers for five decades and achieved an international reputation, especially after World War II. Anouilh is best known for his play Antigone.
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When the Archbishop of Canterbury died, Henry II forced his companion and political lieutenant, Thomas Becket, to take his place. Becket told his king: 'If I become archbishop I shall cease to be your friend.' Becket, who with Henry had fought the Church for the good of the State, now felt responsible for the honour of God.
When the Archbishop of Canterbury died, Henry II forced his companion and political lieutenant, Thomas Becket, to take his place. Becket told his king: 'If I become archbishop I shall cease to be your friend.' Becket, who with Henry had fought the Church for the good of the State, now felt responsible for the honour of God.