Becket - Softcover

Anouilh, Jean

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1573225088 ISBN 13: 9781573225083

Publisher: Riverhead Books,U.S., 1995

Synopsis

From its powerful opening scene, of a naked King Henry II praying at the tomb of Thomas Becket, to the final wrenching act of ultimate self-sacrifice, Jean Anouih's "Becket" remains a towering achievement in the history of the theatre. Winner of the Antoinette Perry Award for Best Play of the Season (1960-61), Anouih's monumental work draws from historical events in the Norman conquest of England to create a profound portrait of a man's soul - and a transcendent vision of the human spirit...

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Review:

"M. Anouilh's essential theme--the portrayal of a life that ends by championing the honor of God, no matter what the cost--has nobility and exaltation." -Howard Taubman, The New York Times

"Fascinating play... so much that is hopeful, stimulating, imaginatively gratifying." -Walter Kerr

"A great play." -Henry Hewes, Saturday Review

"Witty, original and impressive." -The Wall Street Journal

"A great, exciting play." Louis Sobol

"Brilliant, exciting and big." -John Chapman, New York Daily News

"Stunning drama..." -John McClain

"Exciting, stimulating, full-blooded theatre." -Robert Coleman

"A notable event in the theatre, powerful and distinguished." -Richard Watts, New York Post

About the Author:

Jean Anouilh (1910-1987) was a French dramatist, playwright, and screenwriter. He was one of France's most prolific writers for five decades and achieved an international reputation, especially after World War II. Anouilh is best known for his play Antigone.

About this edition

• Publisher: Riverhead Books,U.S.
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 1573225088
• ISBN 13: 9781573225083
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144