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  • The Octoroon

    Regarded by Bernard Shaw as a master of the theatre, Dion Boucicault was arguably the most important figure in drama in North America and in Britain during the second half of the nineteenth century. He was largely forgotten during the twentieth century—though he continued to influence popular culture (the iconic image of a woman tied to railway tracks as a train rushes towards her, for example, ... Leer más

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  • The Octoroon or Life in Louisiana. A Play in Five acts

    The central plot follows Zoe as she navigates the social and racial tensions that define her existence. She is in love with George, a wealthy man who, despite his affection for her, is bound by the constraints of his class and society’s racial prejudices. The play addresses themes of racial injustice, the cruelty of slavery, and the tragic consequences of a society divided by race.Boucicault’s ... Leer más

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  • The Octoroon; or, Life in Louisiana. A Play in Five acts

    "The Octoroon; or, Life in Louisiana. A Play in Five acts" by Dion Boucicault. Published by e-artnow. e-artnow publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each e-artnow edition has been meticulously edited and formatted ... Leer más

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  • The Octoroon; or, Life in Louisiana. A Play in Five acts

    Enriched edition. A Five-Act Melodrama of Racial Identity, Slavery, and Justice in Louisiana

    In "The Octoroon; or, Life in Louisiana," Dion Boucicault presents a striking and nuanced exploration of racial identity and societal dynamics in 19th-century America through a gripping five-act play. Boucicault's literary style combines melodrama with sharp social commentary, employing rich dialogue and vivid stage directions to depict the complexities of mixed-race identities and the moral ... Leer más

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  • Dion Boucicault

    The Vampire (1852) and The Phantom (1873)

    Edición de Matthew Knight, Gary D. Rhodes ...
    Series series Gothic Originals
    Almost fifty years before Bram Stoker penned Dracula, Dion Boucicault staged The Vampire, a three-act play that thrilled London audiences as well as Queen Victoria. The production boasted innovations of stagecraft and dramatic composition, to say nothing of the mesmerising performance of Boucicault as the titular creature. After The Vampire closed, Boucicault moved to the United States and revised ... Leer más

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  • London Assurance

    Series series New Mermaids
    Dion Boucicault was a witty, selfish and deceitful charmer, a bigamist, a profligate spendthrift and the author of dozens of successful plays, only a handful of which endure. Among these his early comedies influenced Oscar Wilde, and his Irish melodramas Shaw, Synge, and O'Casey. London Assurance was his first success, a 'modern comedy' which opened at Covent Garden in 1841 and was the hit of the ... Leer más

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  • Dion Boucicault

    Irish Identity on Stage

    Deirdre McFeely presents the first book-length critical study of Dion Boucicault, placing his Irish plays in the context of his overall career. The book undertakes a detailed examination of the reception of the plays in the New York-London-Dublin theatre triangle which Boucicault inhabited. Interpreting theatre history as a sociocultural phenomenon that closely approximates social history, McFeely ... Leer más

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  • The Shaughraun

    AN ORIGINAL DRAMA IN THREE ACTS, ILLUSTRATIVE OF IRISH LIFE AND CHARACTER

    Delightful, romantic, heartfelt and, summed up in three acts, "The Shaughraun" is one of Dion's Boucicault's most successful plays.Robert Ffolliott, a young Irish gentleman and fiancé to Arte O'Neil, has returned to Ireland after escaping his sentence in Australia for involvement in the Fenian movement. However, it is soon revealed that he is not guilty, but has been framed by Kinchella, a ... Leer más

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    This fast-paced Victorian farce is at heart a comedy of manners. Dion Bouciault’s witty dialogue ridicules the pretensions of society as the plot sets up the unpleasant initial situation of the aging, vain Sir Harcourt Courtly being set by a special provision of her father’s will to marry 18-year-old Grace Harkaway. The situation quickly escalates upon their arrival at Oak Hall to seal the ... Leer más

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  • The Octoroon; or, Life in Louisiana. A Play in Five acts

    Enriched edition. Exploring Race and Identity in the Antebellum South

    In "The Octoroon; or, Life in Louisiana," Dion Boucicault crafts a compelling five-act play that delves into the complexities of race, identity, and social injustice in antebellum America. Set on a Louisiana plantation, the narrative unfolds through melodramatic elements and vivid characterizations, intertwining romance and tragedy while illuminating the harsh realities faced by mixed-race ... Leer más

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  • Foul Play

    The plot of "Foul Play" revolves around a series of mysteries and intrigues, including murder and betrayal. The story is set in England and features a range of characters, each with their own secrets and motives. As the plot unfolds, the audience is taken through a web of deceit and suspense, with various twists and turns.Dion Boucicault and Charles Reade were known for their contributions to ... Leer más

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  • Foul Play

    Enriched edition. Exploring Victorian Morality and Social Critique through Dramatic Narratives

    Foul Play is a captivating anthology that explores the multifaceted nature of deception and intrigue through an array of compelling narratives. This collection brings together a rich tapestry of literary styles, from suspenseful plot twists to vivid character development, all unified by a central theme of moral ambiguity and cunning. The compositions showcase a range of scenarios where truth ... Leer más

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