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Embrace the intensity and beauty of life with our Drama collection. From timeless classics to contemporary masterpieces, explore plays that move the heart. Delve into works that examine human emotions, conflicts, and transformations.
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Patrick Flanery
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July
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2019
Night for Day
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If you're drawn to the murky intersection of politics and art, "Night for Day" might resonate with you deeply. It's not just a historical exploration of the Red Scare's impact on Hollywood—it's a rich tapestry that evokes the paranoia and intensity of the era. Through its blend of real tension and allusions to both classic American and mythic literature, you'd experience a consuming narrative that mirrors the fear of complicity and the pain of exile, making it not just a novel but a cinematic journey through one of America's darker chapters.
William Shakespeare
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Harperteen
A Midsummer Night's Dream
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If tangled love stories and enchanting comedy are up your alley, 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' should grace your bookshelf. Shakespeare's play, known for its humorous take on the complexities of love and the whimsical interference of mischievous fairies, is a delightful romp through romance and magic. Dive into the dreamy woods where love's unpredictability is celebrated, and Shakespeare's timeless language dances off the pages.
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Harry
N.
Abrams
The Tempest
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If you're intrigued by the synthesis of classic literature and modern cinematic reinterpretation, "The Tempest" by Julie Taymor could captivate you. Taymor's adaptation gives us a fresh take on Shakespeare's timeless narrative with the ingenious switch of Prospero to Prospera, played by Helen Mirren. It's a visual and textual feast that bridges the gap between the pages of a play and the allure of film, perfect for those who appreciate the enduring allure of Shakespeare's tales and are open to innovative artistic expression.
Ashley Carter
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W.h.allen
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A Darkling Moon
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If you're drawn to tales that blend darkness with enchantment, "A Darkling Moon" might just be your next favorite read. The story's intricate dance of power and mystical elements will whisk you to a world that's steeped in shadow yet alive with magic. The yearning for something profoundly imaginative is met within its pages.
Breach Theater
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Oberon
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Tank - Oberon Modern Plays
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"TANK" is quite the unconventional tale rooted in historical oddities that bring to life the eccentricities of the 1960s' ambition and scientific curiosity. If you're looking for a read that delves into the infatuating and sometimes startling interactions between humans and animals, challenging the boundaries of language and ethics, this play has the capacity to immerse and provoke thought, perhaps leaving you wondering about the vast uncharted territories of communication and connection.
Li En, Chan Kok Sing, Xu Zhongling |
Asiapac
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Creation of the Gods
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If you're enchanted by tales of high fantasy and historical epics, "Creation of the Gods" delivers a wealth of both. You'll be swept into an era where divine interventions, strategic conquests, and mystical creatures blend seamlessly, offering a vibrant tableau that rivals the grandeur of Western mythologies. This vivid retelling breathes fresh life into ancient lore, perfect for anyone who craves a deep dive into a rich, legendary world.
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michelle-moran
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Quercus
Nefertiti
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If you're drawn to the sweeping drama of ancient civilizations and complex family dynamics, "Nefertiti" is a captivating choice. Michelle Moran deftly transports you to the splendor and intrigue of ancient Egypt, seen through the eyes of a sister. It's an intimate portrayal that offers a personal perspective on one of history's most enigmatic queens, making you feel both the magnificence and the pitfalls of power in this time-lost world.
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Edith Hall, Euripides, James Morwood |
Oxford
University
Press
The Trojan Women and Other Plays
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This volume of Euripides' plays offers new translations of the three great war plays Trojan Women, Hecuba , and Andromache , in which the sufferings of Troy's survivors are harrowingly depicted. With unparalleled intensity, Euripides--whom Aristotle called the most tragic of poets--describes the horrific brutality that both women and children undergo during war. Yet, in the war's aftermath, this brutality is challenged and a new battleground is revealed where the women of Troy evince an overwhelming greatness of spirit.We weep for the aged Hecuba in her name play and in Trojan Women , while at the same time we admire her resilience amid unrelieved suffering. Andromache, the slave-concubine of her husband's killer, endures her existence in the victor's country with a stoic nobility. Of their time yet timeless, these plays insist on the victory of the female spirit amid the horrors visited on them by the gods and men during war.About the For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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Edith Hall, Sophocles, H.D.F. Kitto |
Oxford
University
Press
Antigone: WITH Oedipus the King
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This volume contains three masterpieces by the Greek playwright Sophocles, widely regarded since antiquity as the greatest of all the tragic poets. The vivid translations, which combine elegance and modernity, are remarkable for their lucidity and accuracy, and are equally suitable for reading for pleasure, study, or theatrical performance. The selection of Antigone, Oedipus the King, and Electra not only offers the reader the most influential and famous of Sophocles' works, it also presents in one volume the two plays dominated by a female heroic figure, and the experience of the two great dynasties featured in Greek tragedy--the houses of Oedipus and Agamemnon.
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Robert Bagg, Sophocles, James Scully |
Harper
Perennial
The Complete Plays of Sophocles : A New Translation
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Award-winning poet-playwrights Robert Bagg and James Scully presenta gripping new translation of Western literature’s earliest treasures in The Complete Plays of Sophocles. In the tradition of Robert Fagles’ bestselling translations of The Iliad and The Odyssey, and retaining the textual authenticity of Richmond Lattimore’s Aeschylus, Bagg and Scully render Sophocles’ dramas accessible and exciting for the modern reader. Students new to Athenian drama, readers of classical literature, and anyone wishing to kindle anew their passion for Greek tragedy will find no more captivating entrance to these milestones of world literature than in Bagg and Scully’s The Complete Plays of Sophocles.
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Richmond Lattimore, David Grene, Sophocles |
University
Of
Chicago
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Sophocles
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"These authoritative translations consign all other complete collections to the wastebasket."—Robert Brustein, The New Republic"This is it. No qualifications. Go out and buy it everybody."—Kenneth Rexroth, The Nation"The translations deliberately avoid the highly wrought and affectedly poetic; their idiom is contemporary....They have life and speed and suppleness of phrase."— Times Education Supplement"These translations belong to our time. A keen poetic sensibility repeatedly quickens them; and without this inner fire the most academically flawless rendering is dead."—Warren D. Anderson, American Oxonian"The critical commentaries and the versions themselves...are fresh, unpretentious, above all, functional."— Commonweal"Grene is one of the great translators."—Conor Cruise O'Brien, London Sunday Times"Richmond Lattimore is that rara avis in our age, the classical scholar who is at the same time an accomplished poet."—Dudley Fitts, New York Times Book Review
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Euripides, John Davie, Richard Rutherford |
Penguin
Classics
The Bacchae And Other Plays
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Euripides (c.484-406 B.C.) was the most controversial of the three great Greek tragedians and the most modern. His major themes- religious scepticism, the injustices suffered by women and the destructive folly of war-are issues still vitally important today.
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David Grene, Richmond Lattimore, Aeschylus |
University
Of
Chicago
Press
The Complete Greek Tragedies: Aeschylus v.1
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Het verhaal van Orestes, de enige bewaarde Griekse toneeltrilogie, toont in een groots lyrisch drama hoe de wet van vergelding plaatsmaakt voor de heerschappij van het recht. Koning Agamemnon, die zijn dochter offerde voor de Trojaanse oorlog, wordt bij zijn triomfantelijke terugkeer door zijn vrouw Klytaimestra vermoord. Hun zoon Orestes doodt zijn moeder om zijn vader te wreken. Door haar wrekende geesten achtervolgd vlucht hij naar Athene, waar een nieuwe rechtbank de keten van de bloedwraak doorbreekt.De Athener Aischylos (525-456 v.Chr.) vocht in 490 mee in de beroemde slag van Marathon. De zeeslag bij Salamis (480) is het onderwerp van Perzen, de oudste van zijn zeven bewaarde tragedies. Twee jaar na de opvoering van Het verhaal van Orestes (458) stierf hij op Sicilië.
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Richmond Lattimore, David Grene, Sophocles |
University
Of
Chicago
Press
The Complete Greek Tragedies: Sophocles, Pt.1 v. 8
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"These authoritative translations consign all other complete collections to the wastebasket."—Robert Brustein, The New Republic"This is it. No qualifications. Go out and buy it everybody."—Kenneth Rexroth, The Nation"The translations deliberately avoid the highly wrought and affectedly poetic; their idiom is contemporary....They have life and speed and suppleness of phrase."— Times Education Supplement"These translations belong to our time. A keen poetic sensibility repeatedly quickens them; and without this inner fire the most academically flawless rendering is dead."—Warren D. Anderson, American Oxonian"The critical commentaries and the versions themselves...are fresh, unpretentious, above all, functional."— Commonweal"Grene is one of the great translators."—Conor Cruise O'Brien, London Sunday Times"Richmond Lattimore is that rara avis in our age, the classical scholar who is at the same time an accomplished poet."—Dudley Fitts, New York Times Book Review
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William Shakespeare
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Arden
Shakespeare
"Troilus and Cressida"
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Dive into the World of Drama
At Thryft, our Drama collection showcases literature that unravels the complexities of human nature. We offer a curated selection of dramatic works from celebrated playwrights around the globe. Whether you're a seasoned dramatist or a curious newcomer, there's something here to ignite your passion for theatre. Discover the power of stories that reflect on the human condition and fuel the dialogue on society and self.
Consider starting with works like "Hamlet" by Shakespeare or "A Doll's House" by Henrik Ibsen. These timeless dramas provide deep insights into human nature and society.
Certainly! Explore our collection of Contemporary Fiction for modern plays that resonate with today's audiences.
Yes, we are proud to support local talent. Look out for plays by Singaporean playwrights which often reflect the unique cultural mix of the region.
While both delve into human experiences, Drama is typically structured as a play meant for performance. You can explore differences through our Literary Fiction section.
Absolutely, many drama books weave in philosophical questions about existence and morality. For more contemplative reading, check out our Philosophy collection.