John bartholomew oâconnor (1 risultati)
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Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno UnitoForgotten Books
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book traces the origins of Greek acting and actors back to the earliest days of the Greek theatre. The author delves into the etymology of the terms for "actor" and "acting" to show how they evolved over time. The roles and duties of performers in a Greek play are also examined,…showcasing the differentiation of tragic and comic actors in the 4th century BCE. As well as examining the terms and roles of actors, the book explores the question of specialization in ancient acting, looking at the evidence for actors who were primarily associated with certain types of plays or roles. By drawing upon inscriptions, plays, and other literary sources, the author offers a comprehensive overview of the world of ancient Greek acting. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
