History of the theatre

• Main Authors: Brockett, Oscar G. 1923-2010 (Author), Bathurst, Jessica athurst, Jessica (Author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Boston Pearson 2008
• Edition: 10th ed.
• Subjects: Theater > History; Drama > History and criticism
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• Physical Description: xii, 688 pages illustrations , maps 29 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references (p. 642-653) and index
• ISBN: 9780205511860; 0205511864

Known as the "bible" of theatre history, Brockett and Hildy's History of the Theatre is the most comprehensive and widely used survey of theatre history in the market. This 40th Anniversary Edition retains all of the traditional features that have made History of the Theatre the most successful text of its kind, including worldwide coverage, more than 530 photos and illustrations, useful maps, and the expertise of Oscar G. Brockett and Franklin J. Hildy, two of the most widely respected theatre historians in the field. As with every edition, the text reflects the current state of knowledge and brings the history of theatre up to the present. This tenth edition continues to provide the most thorough and accurate assessment of theatre history available.