Six Plays: Six Characters in Search of an Author, Henry IV, Caps and Bells, Right You Are (if You Think You Are)

Luigi Pirandello's plays are a daring exploration of human actions and the dark motives lying behind them, exploring the nature of truth and delusion and treading dangerously on the borderline between sanity and madness. They are considered the culmination of the naturalistic school of theatre inaugurated by authors such as Ibsen and Chekhov.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 19 December 2019
Publisher: Alma Books Ltd

Luigi Pirandello's collection of plays showcases some of his most renowned works, including Six Characters in Search of an Author, an absurdist masterpiece that delves into the intricate interplay between characters, actors, and the playwright himself as they rehearse a fictional play within the play. This play is a testament to Pirandello's exploration of the nature of truth and illusion, pushing the boundaries between sanity and madness. Another notable work is Henry IV, a tragicomic tale that revolves around a man who falls from a horse and mistakenly believes himself to be the eponymous Holy Roman Emperor. Pirandello's plays are a daring exploration of human actions and the dark motivations that lie beneath them. They mark a significant milestone in the naturalistic school of theatre, pioneered by authors like Henrik Ibsen and Anton Chekhov. Through his intricate characterizations and thought-provoking narratives, Pirandello invites audiences to examine the complexities of human behavior and the profound consequences of our actions. These plays are a testament to his enduring legacy as a master of theatrical expression.

Weight: 288g
Dimension: 200 x 131 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780714548494