Modern Arabic Drama
Jayyusi, Salma Khadra / Allen, Roger
Translations of twelve popular Arabic plays written and produced duringthe past thirty years introduce English readers to the vibrant theater scene of theArab world. The plays -- from Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, andTunisia -- reflect a variety of dramatic trends and styles and provide insights intocontemporary social, cultural, and political currents. This well-prepared anthologyrepresents a unique contribution to the study...