The Theater and its Double
Antonin Artaud
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The Theater and its Double
Published
1958
Publisher
Grove Press
Pages
159
Description
The Theater And Its Double is a collection of essays by french poet and playwrite Anton Artaud. Published in 1938. Artaud intended his work as an attack on theatrical convention and the importance of language of drama, opposing the vitality of the viewers sensual experience against theater as a contrived literary form, and urgency of expression against complacency on the part of the audience.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Theater and its Double?
This edition of The Theater and its Double has approximately 159 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The Theater and its Double?
For most readers, The Theater and its Double typically takes between 3h 19m and 2h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 39,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 39m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 39,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The Theater and its Double?
The estimated word count for The Theater and its Double is approximately 39,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The Theater and its Double?
The Theater and its Double was written by Antonin Artaud.
When was The Theater and its Double published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1958. The original work may have been published on a different date.