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This book introduces the reader to the work of the neglected Welsh dramatist J.O. Francis, a major figure in the amateur dramatic circles in Wales in the early 20th century. The book argues that Francis's work displays a particular ethical response to Wales, which aims for a realistic depiction of the nation without subscribing to widely available stereotypes. Francis's work has been foundational for drama-writing in the 20th and the 21st century and is here for the first time analysed in its context of Welsh amateur drama.

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Literary Figures

Lettres et linguistique

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Publié par	University of Wales Press
Date de parution	15 juin 2014
Nombre de lectures	0
EAN13	9781783160716
Langue	English
Poids de l'ouvrage	2 Mo

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J. O. Francis, Realist Drama and Ethics: Culture, Place and Nation

Writing Wales in English

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