First published in 1969, provides a helpful introduction to the study of Absurdist writing and drama in the first half of the twentieth century. After discussing a variety of definitions of the Absurd, it goes on to examine a number of key figures in the movement such as Esslin, Sartre, Camus, Ionesco and Genet. The book concludes with a discussion of the limitations of the term ‘Absurd’ and possible objections to Absurdity.
This book will be of interest to those studying Absurdist literature as well as twentieth century drama, literature and philosophy.
| ISBN: | 9781138241886 |
| Publication date: | 17th January 2019 |
| Author: | Arnold Hinchliffe |
| Publisher: | Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 118 pages |
| Series: | The Critical Idiom Reissued |
| Genres: |
Literature: history and criticism Literary studies: c 1900 to c 2000 |
First published in 1969, provides a helpful introduction to the study of Absurdist writing and drama in the first half of the twentieth century. After discussing a variety of definitions of the Absurd, it goes on to examine a number of key figures in the movement such as Esslin, Sartre, Camus, Ionesco and Genet.
The Absurd features in the following genres: Literature: history and criticism, Literary studies: c 1900 to c 2000
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The Absurd was written by Arnold Hinchliffe and published by Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis Ltd
The Absurd has 118 pages
Yes it is part of The Critical Idiom Reissued series
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