Anton Pavlovich Chekhov (1860ndash;1904) overturned the dramatic conventions of his day and laid the groundwork for contemporary approaches to directing and acting. Now; for the first time; the full lyricism; humor; and pathos of his greatest plays are available to an English-speaking audience. Marina Brodskayas new translations of Ivanov; The Seagull; Uncle Vanya; Three Sisters; and The Cherry Orchard not only surpass in accuracy all previous translations; but also provide the first complete English text of the plays; restoring passages entirely omitted by her predecessors. This much-needed volume renders Chekhov in language that will move readers and theater audiences alike; making accessible his wordplay; unstated implications; and innovations. His characters vulnerabilities; needs; and neurosesmdash;their humanitymdash;emerge through their genuine; self-absorbed conversations. The plays come to life as never before and will surprise readers with their vivacity; originality; and relevance.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful. A Personal Workshop on PaperBy Katherine B.Id been wanting to purchase this book for awhile before finally buying it - and Im so glad I did! This is a fabulous book to add to any artists collection - whether you are into altered books or your focus lies in creating different mixed media/altered art projects. The author (herself a well-known altered book artist) takes the reader from very basic ideas and explanations. to much more advanced information. She accomplishes this in such a way that the reader - independent of skill level - never feels talked down to. or is left trying to figure out what shes talking about. The examples in the book are glorious eye candy. and its easy to forget youre looking at the flat page of a book - her texture seems to jump off the page. This is a great reference tool to use during those times your Muse has taken a vacation. or youre looking to try a process you dont normally incorporate into your work. I really appreciate the way the book is laid out - the photography is scrumptious and the writing is concise.Altered Books Workshop is a book that will stay on the front section of my bookcase. where I keep my favorite "go to" books. This book is definitely money well spent!3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Open Up Your Artistic MindBy Marilyn J. CaliffAs an artist I was looking for another way to use mixed media. I found it in this book about altered books. It is well written and the illustrations are very helpful. I am a "pack rat" and save lots of "stuff". This method of making art was a wonderful way for me to use the things I had been saving. At the same time I was making a sort of scrapbook and timeline of a part of my life. I recommend the book to artists of all kinds. It opens up doors in your mind for you.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. A second copy to share with my grandchildren. my fellow artistsBy Margaret H. DomanThe Tacoma (Washington) Calligraphy Guild began an exchange of ATCs with the Sequim guild. the Peninsula Scribes. As I engaged in the exchange. my grandchildren. from ages 4 to adult became interested. too. So. when I make the requisite 16 to 18 themed ATCs for our guild exchange. I make extras for my grandchildren. The last exchange. in February. had the theme of Memories. I used this theme to do a digital collage of 19 B/W photos that my mother had taken between 1952 and 1954 while we were living in France. on the outskirts of Chateauneuf sur Cher. when there were only four Harrington children (of the final seven.) That collage was folded so it could be opened flat. fastened between front and back cardstock covers and lettering put on the front of "Memories: Harringtons in France 1952-1954" and the listing of theme. TCG. my name. date and series number. I have so enjoyed this process. I made complimentary copies for my six siblings. my three children. my exchanging grandchildren and a neice who is also involved in this. I bought this second book to send to my neice. at the University of Oswego. New York. to encourage her interest in artistic pursuits. My children. grandchildren and all but two of my siblings live nearby. I love this small. portable. easy to store and display art form. Its a wonderful way to share an important part of my life with my siblings that came along from six months to 10 years later.
