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Modern Arabic Drama: An Anthology (Indiana Series in Arab and Islamic Studies (Paperback))
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Product Description Translations of twelve popular Arabic plays written and produced during the past thirty years introduce English readers to the vibrant theater scene of the Arab world. The plays―from Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, and Tunisia―reflect a variety of dramatic trends and styles and provide insights into contemporary social, cultural, and political currents. This well-prepared anthology represents a unique contribution to the study of world drama and modern Middle Eastern culture. Playwrights include Yusuf al-Ani, Abd al-Aziz al-Surayii, the Balalin Company of Jerusalem, Izz al-Din al-Madani, Mahmud Diyab, Alfred Farag, Walid Ikhlasi, Isam Mahfuz, Salah Abd al-Sabur, Ali Salim, Mamduh Udwan, and Sadallah Wannus. From Library Journal The development of modern Arabic drama parallels the independence movement in Arab nations that followed World War II. Because of government censorship, Arab playwrights have often used symbolism and historical settings to convey their messages safely. Drawing together 12 plays from Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, and Tunisia, this collection fairly represents the range of playwrighting that has evolved under these conditions over the past 30 years. Included are verse plays such as Abd al-Sabur's Night Traveler, historical dramas like Ali Salim's The Comedy of Oedipus, and Sadallah Wannus's political drama, The King's the King. Mahmud Diyab's Strangers Don't Drink Coffee deals with the effect of totalitarianism on an ordinary citizen. This solid collection recognizes the richness and diversity of Arabic drama and will be a useful addition to literary collections in both academic and public libraries, especially those serving Arabic populations.?Howard E. Miller, Alliance Blue Cross & Blue Shield Lib., St. Louis Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc. From the Back Cover Translations of twelve popular Arabic plays written and produced during the past thirty years introduce readers of English to the vibrant theater scene of the Arab world. About the Author SALMA KHADRA JAYYUSI, Palestinian poet, critic, and scholar, is founder and director of PROTA (Project of Translation from Arabic). She is the editor of Modern Arabic Poetry, The Literature of Modern Arabia, Anthology of Modern Palestinian Literature, and The Legacy of Muslim Spain. Roger Allen is Professor of Arabic at the University of Pennsylvania. His books include The Arabic Novel: An Historical and Critical Introduction and Modern Arabic Literature.
