- Paperback: 48 pages
- Publisher: Samuel French Ltd (Jun 1989)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0573016879
- ISBN-13: 978-0573016875
- Product Dimensions: 20.8 x 13.4 x 0.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 92,920 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Format:Paperback
This is a beautifully crafted play which takes the audience through a narrative which gradually steps back in time then rejoins in the present, the story satisfyling culminating.
As one reads the play one is subject to a impressive exploration of the 'meaning of art' in a personal and easily digestible way. The play follows four characters as their understandings, ideals and actions serve as a medium for Stoppards thoughts.
At points I felt that this medium became too strong and that the emotional integrity was comprimised. If reading the play this is not really a problem, however, in performance I can imagine that one may lose interest in the information without the emotional depth.
Well worth a read but not necessarily for the price here.
As one reads the play one is subject to a impressive exploration of the 'meaning of art' in a personal and easily digestible way. The play follows four characters as their understandings, ideals and actions serve as a medium for Stoppards thoughts.
At points I felt that this medium became too strong and that the emotional integrity was comprimised. If reading the play this is not really a problem, however, in performance I can imagine that one may lose interest in the information without the emotional depth.
Well worth a read but not necessarily for the price here.
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24 Sep 2004
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This began as a radio play in the early 70's and was adapted to the stage in the late 80's. The story is terrific.
The play is structured moving back in time from 1972 to 1914 and then forward again from 1914 to 1972. It concerns three artists who have shared their lives together, including apartments and studios and the affections for one woman.
The play is funny, witty like so much of Stoppard, absurd and in concluding a bit sad. I would love to see this performed and recommend it as a read too.
If this was to be produced on stage I would say there are some complex technical necessities. Perfectly timed looping tape recorder and removeable balastrade/railing being the most central. If done well, as written, this would be a splendid show.
The play is structured moving back in time from 1972 to 1914 and then forward again from 1914 to 1972. It concerns three artists who have shared their lives together, including apartments and studios and the affections for one woman.
The play is funny, witty like so much of Stoppard, absurd and in concluding a bit sad. I would love to see this performed and recommend it as a read too.
If this was to be produced on stage I would say there are some complex technical necessities. Perfectly timed looping tape recorder and removeable balastrade/railing being the most central. If done well, as written, this would be a splendid show.
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