The Dramatic Works of Gerhart Hauptmann Volume II   By: Gerhart Hauptmann (1862-1946)

"The Dramatic Works of Gerhart Hauptmann Volume II" is a collection of plays by the renowned German playwright Gerhart Hauptmann. This volume showcases Hauptmann's genius in writing compelling and thought-provoking dramas that explore a wide range of themes such as social class, morality, and human nature.

Each play in this collection is masterfully crafted, with richly drawn characters and engaging storylines that keep the reader captivated from beginning to end. Hauptmann's writing is both lyrical and powerful, making his plays a joy to read and a profound experience to immerse oneself in.

One of the standout features of this volume is Hauptmann's ability to shine a light on the complexities of human relationships and the struggles that individuals face in a changing world. His plays are often poignant and moving, offering a deep insight into the human condition and leaving a lasting impact on the reader.

Overall, "The Dramatic Works of Gerhart Hauptmann Volume II" is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the works of one of the greatest playwrights of the 20th century. Hauptmann's timeless themes and masterful storytelling make this collection a truly exceptional addition to any library.

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The first volume of the present edition of Hauptmann's Dramatic Works is identical in content with the corresponding volume of the German edition. In the second volume The Rats has been substituted for two early prose tales which lie outside of the scope of our undertaking. Hence these two volumes include that entire group of dramas which Hauptmann himself specifically calls social. This term must not, of course, be pressed too rigidly. Only in Before Dawn and in The Weavers can the dramatic situation be said to arise wholly from social conditions rather than from the fate of the individual. It is true, however, that in the seven plays thus far presented all characters are viewed primarily as, in a large measure, the results of their social environment. This environment is, in all cases, proportionately stressed. To exhibit it fully Hauptmann uses, beyond any other dramatist, passages which, though always dramatic in form, are narrative and, above all, descriptive in intention... Continue reading book >>