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Two Plays by Kuo Pao Kun: Descendants Of The Eunuch Admiral & The Spirits Play

by Kuo Pao Kun
RM334.67 MYR Now RM159.70 MYR Save 52%
Two Plays by Kuo Pao Kun: Descendants Of The Eunuch Admiral & The Spirits Play - Thryft
Two Plays by Kuo Pao Kun: Descendants Of The Eunuch Admiral & The Spirits Play - Thryft

Asian theater's introspection; Kuo's influential life.

If you're intrigued by the intersection of culture and history in theater, these plays by Kuo Pao Kun are a compelling read. The plays don't just entertain; they invite you to delve into the complexities of identity, legacy, and the human condition as seen through the lens of Singaporean and Asian history. The additional essays provide rich context, enhancing your appreciation of Kuo's work and its significance in the literary world.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Two Plays by Kuo Pao Kun: Descendants Of The Eunuch Admiral & The Spirits Play

by Kuo Pao Kun
RM334.67 MYR Now RM159.70 MYR Save 52%
ISBN: 9789812480026
Authors: Kuo Pao Kun
Publisher: SNP Editions
Date of Publication: 2003-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Drama
Related Topics: Theatre
Goodreads rating: 3.88
(rated by 48 readers)

Description

This is a memorial publication of two of the most significant plays by Kuo Pao Kun (1939-2002) whose life and work straddled many cultures and has been such a creative and astringent factor in Singaporean and Asian theatre and intellectual life. The two plays "Descendants of the Eunuch Admiral" and `The Spirits Play' are amplified by an appreciation of Kuo Pao Kun's life and ideas and a commentary essay on the plays.
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*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

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*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

 

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Asian theater's introspection; Kuo's influential life.

If you're intrigued by the intersection of culture and history in theater, these plays by Kuo Pao Kun are a compelling read. The plays don't just entertain; they invite you to delve into the complexities of identity, legacy, and the human condition as seen through the lens of Singaporean and Asian history. The additional essays provide rich context, enhancing your appreciation of Kuo's work and its significance in the literary world.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.