The Harlequinade: An Excursion by Dion Clayton Calthrop and Harley Granville-Barker
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"The Harlequinade: An Excursion" by Dion Clayton Calthrop and Harley Granville-Barker is a whimsical and creative theatre piece composed in the early 20th century, specifically around the time of World War I. It's a unique hybrid that defies traditional categorization, existing somewhere between a play, a performance script, and an artistic exploration of Harlequin and his companions. The book delves into the themes of love, the essence of theatre, and the transformation
of gods into actors, framed through a playful narrative delivered by a young girl named Alice and her uncle. The story follows Alice as she introduces various characters from the Harlequinade, such as Harlequin, Columbine, Clown, and Pantaloon, who represent souls navigating the challenges of love and life. Through Alice's lively storytelling and her uncle's grounding presence, the narrative explores the journey of these characters as they encounter themes of desire, disappointment, and the pursuit of joy amid a changing world. Not only does it entertain with playful dialogue and humorous antics, but it also reflects on the significance of art, love, and identity across various epochs. The text oscillates between different theatrical styles, ultimately emphasizing the timeless relevance of humor and human connection in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Calthrop, Dion Clayton, 1878-1937 |
|---|---|
| Author | Granville-Barker, Harley, 1877-1946 |
| Title | The Harlequinade: An Excursion |
| Credits |
Produced by Curtis A. Weyant and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 86.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 8469 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | May 8, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 483 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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