Chinese Ibsenism

Reinventions of Women, Class and Nation

Autori

• Kwok-kan Tam

Parametri

• 312 pagine
• 11 ore di lettura

• Arte / Cultura
• Scienze politiche & Politica
• Scienze sociali
• Sulla letteratura
• Teatro

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

The book examines the influence of Ibsen on Chinese theatre and its role in shaping modern selfhood, particularly regarding gender and women's identity. It highlights how Ibsen's ideas have inspired radical thought and social liberation, impacting Chinese revolutions since the early twentieth century. By analyzing theatre as a public sphere, the study reveals ongoing explorations of individualism and selfhood in contemporary China, showcasing the enduring relevance of Ibsenian concepts in cultural expressions across various mediums.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2020

(In brossura)