August Wilson In Context
Document Type
Book
Publication Date
2025
Published In
August Wilson In Context
Abstract
August Wilson is one of the twentieth century's most important and acclaimed playwrights. This volume demonstrates Wilson's significance to contemporary theatre, culture, and politics by providing fresh and compelling insights into his life, practices, and contributions as an artist and public intellectual. Across four thematically organized sections, contributors situate Wilson's work in his social, cultural and political contexts, examine ongoing developments in Wilson studies, explore the production contexts of his plays, and explicate his dramaturgical sensibilities and strategies. This is the authoritative guide to Wilson's career and artistic legacy for students, theatre practitioners, and general readers interested in this remarkable figure.
Published By
Cambridge University Press
Editor(s)
K. Y. Long and Isaiah Matthew Wooden
Recommended Citation
K. Y. Long and Isaiah Matthew Wooden.
(2025).
"August Wilson In Context".
August Wilson In Context.
DOI: 10.1017/9781009363204
https://works.swarthmore.edu/fac-theater/84