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James L. Smith
Melodrama [EPUB ebook]

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First published in 1973, this book explores the genre of melodrama. After discussing the defining characteristics of melodrama, the book examines the dramatic structures of the two major and contrasting emotions presented in melodrama: triumph and defeat. It concludes with a reflection on the ways in which elements of melodrama have appeared in protest theatre.

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Language English ● Format EPUB ● Pages 106 ● ISBN 9781351630535 ● Publisher Taylor and Francis ● Published 2017 ● Downloadable 3 times ● Currency EUR ● ID 5327355 ● Copy protection Adobe DRM

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