num_pages: 246
description: Wendy A Casebook contains in-depth discussions of the playwright's major works, including her recent play 1 An American Daughter. Wasserstein's plays and essays are explored within diverse traditions, including Jewish storytelling, women's writing, and classical comedy. Critical perspectives include feminist, Bakhtinian, and actor/director. Comparisons with other playwrights, such as Rachel Crothers, Caryl Churchill, and Anton Chekhov, provide context and understanding. An interview with the playwright and an annotated bibliography are included.
language: English
title: Wendy Wasserstein: A Casebook
titlecomplete: Wendy Wasserstein: A Casebook (Casebooks on Modern Dramatists)
ratings_count: 4
publisher: Routledge