In The Death of the Actor Martin Buzacott launches an all-out attack on contemporary theatrical practice and performance theory which identifies the actor; rather than the director; as the key creative force in the performance of Shakespeare. Because actors are absent from the site of Shakespearean meaning; he argues; the illusion of their centrality is sustained only by a rhetoric of heroism; violence and imperialism.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Really great read!By VKittyReally great read! Language is easy for non-architects to follow but content is critical that even the most well read academics could still appreciate the unique perspectives in the writing. A collection of essays each topic addressing architecture in our daily lives. Witold Rybczynski has a good way with words and interweaves personal stories and experiences into critical reflections on architecture and urbanism that impacts us today.1 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy boismagiqueGiven as a gift; recipient was thrilled.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A Minor Collection of a Major Author: Worth the Read.By Richard S. Dixon Jr.Witbold Rybczynski is as good a writer as his name is difficult to spell. I have read everything of his I can get my hands on and appreciate his clear articulation of the dynamics of architecture; culture and society in our age. I give this book only four of five stars due to the fact that many of these essays are rather obscure; there also seems to be no rhyme or reason to the collections: just a bunch of his short works thrown together. Still; it is thrilling to read of his opinions anytime; I only wish that the editors had seen fit to include illustrations of the various buildings and structures that Rybczyinski discusses. I found myself constantly sent to Google Images to figure out just what it was he was talking about.This is not a good book to introduce the reader to Rybczynskis ideas; as it is far too disparate. I would suggest his earlier works; especially; The Perfect House. Still; it is a pleasure to read an author who really understands whats going on and can explain things so clearly to us laymen.