The Courtisane in the French Theatre: From Hugo to Becque 1831-1885 - Hardcover

The Courtisane In The French Theatre: From Hugo To Becque 1831-1885 is a book written by Sidney D. Braun. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the portrayal of courtesans in French theatre during the period of 1831-1885. The author explores the works of prominent French playwrights such as Victor Hugo, Alexandre Dumas, and Emile Zola, to name a few, and how they depicted the lives of courtesans on stage. The book also examines the social and cultural context of the time period, including the changing attitudes towards women and sexuality in France during the 19th century. Through detailed analysis of the plays and their historical context, the author provides a nuanced understanding of the role of courtesans in French society and how they were represented in the theatre. Overall, The Courtisane In The French Theatre is an insightful and thought-provoking book for anyone interested in French theatre, gender studies, and the history of sexuality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.