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Through a study of the actress' films, records and writings, Gerda Taranow reconstructs the rigorously developed artistry that lay behind the superb performances. Analyzing each histrionic element and discussing repertoire she shows how Bernhardt adapted the techniques learned at the Conservatoire and in the theatre to her own particular strengths and limitations.
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- PublisherPrinceton University Press
- Publication date1972
- ISBN 10 0691061815
- ISBN 13 9780691061818
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages322
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Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. xviii, 287 pp, acknowledgments, preface, list of b&w illustrations, I. Voice; II. Pantomime; III. Gesture and Spectacle; IV. Roles and Repertoire; V. Paradox; bibliography, autography, filmography; index. First Edition, 1972. "The author reconstructs through a study of the actress's films, records, and writings. She analyzes each of the historic elements (voice, pantomine, gesture and spectacle), showing how Bernhardt adapted the techniques learned at the Conservatoire and in the theatre to her own particular strengths and weaknesses. The careful study of repertoire (the courtesan roles and death scenes perferred, the plays rejected) and histrionic theory gives the literary and theeoretical background necessary for a complete understanding of the actress's art." from the foreword. Price clipped. Pristine, no wear. Clean, tight and strong binding with no underlining, highlighting or marginalia. Muted-red cloth with deep-red title plate and gilt lettering to spine. Size: Large 8vo. Book. Seller Inventory # 004204
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