"One-Act Plays by Modern Authors" is a seminal anthology that brings together a diverse selection of short-form theatrical works from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Compiled and edited by Helen Louise Cohen, this collection highlights the versatility and intensity of the one-act play, a format that rose to prominence during a period of significant artistic experimentation. The volume features a broad array of playwrights, showcasing various dramatic styles ranging from stark realism and social critique to whimsical fantasy and poetic tragedy.Each selection in this anthology serves as a masterclass in concise storytelling, demonstrating how swift character development and immediate emotional impact can be achieved within a single act. The works included represent a pivotal era in modern drama, reflecting the shifting social landscapes and the evolution of stagecraft during the early 20th century. Readers will encounter plays that explore the complexities of human relationships, historical vignettes, and the psychological depth of the modern condition.This collection is an essential resource for students of drama, theater practitioners, and lovers of literature. By presenting these significant works in a single volume, Cohen provides a comprehensive overview of the short play's development and its enduring influence on the performing arts. "One-Act Plays by Modern Authors" remains a vital testament to the power of brevity in the dramatic arts.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
