Bøger af Susan Glaspell

”Hun havde sagt, at hun måtte gå, men hun kunne ikke udholde at gå fra ham, hun ville knuge den til sig, så den blev hos hende, denne følelse af en kærlighed, der gjorde alt i verden anderledes. Hun lå udstrakt med lukkede øjne, og Joe sad ved hendes side, men han rørte hende ikke nu, det var, som om de hver for sig kunne føle det, de ejede sammen.””Bækken” er fortællingen om Naomi og hendes kærlighed til Joe, som hun ikke må gifte sig med for sine forældre. Inden hun gifter sig med den mand, hendes forældre har udset sig til hende, bliver hun gravid med Joes barn, og hun gør det til sit mål i livet aldrig at lade sin datter, Brook, undertrykke sin lidenskabelige natur, som hun har arvet fra sin mor. Omverdenen er imidlertid lige så lidt på kærlighedens side, som da Naomi selv var ung, og Brooks liv bliver ikke nemmere end hendes mors.”Bækken” udkom i 1928 og blev et stærkt modspil mod det amerikanske samfunds strenge moralske dyder, der ofte krævede, at folk undertrykte deres lidenskabelighed og kærlighed.Susan Glaspell (1876-1948) var en amerikansk roman og skuespilforfatter, der havde stor indflydelse på teaterscenen i USA i første halvdel af det tyvende århundrede. Mange af hendes værker er blevet oversat til fremmedsprog, og hun modtog Pulitzer Prisen i 1931 for drama for sit store virke som skuespilforfatter.

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¿The Glory Of The Conquered" is an ancient historical fiction story book written by Susan Glaspell. Susan Glaspell's artwork, "The Glory Of The Conquered," is an extraordinary story set in competition to the backdrop of historical sports, exploring subjects of affection, ambition, and sacrifice. The novel is ready at some point of a vital length in American records, presenting readers with a view into the social, political, and cultural landscape of the time. Glaspell masterfully develops her characters, engrossing readers with their lives and emotions at the same time as they confront their personal personal horrible conditions and society conventions. At the coronary heart of the paintings is an excessive romantic story prominent via intensity, emotion, and intricacy, set in the direction of the backdrop of greater facts interest. "The Glory of the Conquered" exemplifies Susan Glaspell's literary talents, growing an indelible affect on readers with its amazing characters, dramatic storytelling, and timeless troubles of love and resilience. This creator's painstaking have a study and hobby to detail supply the historical environment to lifestyles, introducing readers to the elements of hobby, sounds, and sensations of the time period in question.

A collection of plays written by George Cram Cook and Susan Glaspell, including 'Suppressed Desires', 'The Outside', and 'Tickless Time'.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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""The Glory of the Conquered: The Story of a Great Love"" is a novel written by Susan Glaspell. The book is set in the early 1900s and tells the story of a young woman named Eve, who is torn between her love for two men, one of whom is her husband. The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and sacrifice as Eve struggles to make a decision about her future. The book also touches on social issues of the time, such as the role of women in society and the impact of war on individuals and families. Through vivid descriptions and engaging characters, Glaspell weaves a compelling tale that is both emotionally powerful and thought-provoking. ""The Glory of the Conquered"" is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.1909. As one of the founders of the Playwright's Theater, also known as the Provincetown Players, Susan Glaspell led a revolution in American theater. Between 1916 and 1922, the Provincetown Players produced new plays by young playwrights like her and Eugene O�������Neill. Glaspell's subject matter includes regionalism (Iowa), sexual tensions between women and men, and characters in search of life's meaning. In 1931 she won the Pulitzer Prize for Alison's House, a play based loosely on the life and family of Emily Dickinson. The novel begins: She had promised to marry a scientist! It was too overwhelming a thought to entertain standing there by the window. She sought the room�������s most comfortable chair and braced herself to the situation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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"Trifles" is a one-act play by Susan Glaspell, who is considered an important feminist writer of the early Twentieth Century. The play was first performed in 1916 by the Provincetown Players in Provincetown, Massachusetts. The playwright played the role of Mrs. Hale. Glaspell is the author of seven full-length plays and eight one-act plays. In addition, she wrote nine novels and three collections of short stories.

From the pioneering and groundbreaking Provincetown Players comes this collection of innovative and revolutionary plays. Included in the collection is Pendleton King's thought provoking drama concerning drug addition, Eugene O'Neill's one character masterpiece, experimental plays by John Reed and Louise Bryant, and Susan Glaspell and George Cram Cook's trailblazing drama.

From the Pulitzer prize-winning playwright comes the chronicle of Claire who, breaking away from the conventions of society, rebels against her Puritan background. Considered Susan Glaspell.s most sophisticated play, it was a pioneering work in nontraditional staging in the theatre. While critics and audiences at the time found the play perplexing-Alexander Woollcott proclaimed the play "decadent"-today it is considered a classic of experimental theatre.

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Inheritors: A Play in Three Acts is a drama written by Susan Glaspell and first published in 1921. The play explores the themes of inheritance, family, and social class in early 20th century America. The story revolves around the wealthy Hamilton family, who are preparing to divide their fortune among their children. However, when a long-lost son suddenly reappears, the family is forced to confront their past and the secrets they have kept hidden from each other. The play is a complex exploration of family dynamics, inheritance, and the consequences of greed and selfishness. Glaspell's writing is characterized by its sharp wit and incisive social commentary, making Inheritors a thought-provoking and engaging read for anyone interested in American drama and literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

A famous one-play act, Trifle is a story of a mysterious murder, loosely based on the real-life case of John Hossack. The act was first played by Provincetown Players on August 8, 1916. In the original performance Glaspell played the role of Mrs. Hale. An early example of feminist drama, the two female leads show sympathy to the victim's wife, Minnie. In contrast, the men was shown to be cold and indifferent. The act was frequently anthologized and cited as one of the greatest work of America drama.

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Susan Keating Glaspell (1876 - 948) was an American Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, actress, novelist, and journalist. With her husband George Cram Cook she founded the Provincetown Players, the first modern American theater company. During the Great Depression she served in the Works Progress Administration as Midwest Bureau Director of the Federal Theater Project. A prolific writer, Glaspell is known to have composed nine novels, fifteen plays, over fifty short stories, and one biography. Often set in her native Iowa, these semi-autobiographical tales frequently address contemporary issues, such as gender, ethics, and dissent, while featuring deep, sympathetic characters who make principled stands. A best-selling author in her own time, is today recognized as a pioneering feminist writer and America's first important modern female playwright. Her one-act play Trifles (1916) is frequently cited as one of the greatest works of American theater. Plays: Trifles The outside The verge Inheritors

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The Visioning is a novel by Susan Glaspell, first published in 1911. The story follows a young woman named Leslie who is searching for her purpose in life. She is haunted by a recurring dream of a beautiful city and feels compelled to find it. Along the way, she meets a variety of characters who challenge her beliefs and help her to discover her true self. The novel is a blend of romance, spirituality, and social commentary. It explores themes of individuality, conformity, and the search for meaning in life. The Visioning is a thought-provoking and introspective work that encourages readers to question their own beliefs and values. Glaspell's writing style is poetic and lyrical, with vivid descriptions of nature and the world around us. The characters are complex and well-developed, each with their own unique perspective on life. The novel is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.She had come to think of Ann, not as a hard-and-fast, all-finished product, but as something fluid, certainly plastic. It was as if anything could be poured into Ann, making her. A dream could be woven round her, and Ann could grow into that dream. That was a new fancy to Kate; she had always thought of people more as made than as constantly in the making. It opened up long paths of wondering. To all sides those paths were opening in those days--it was that that made them such eventful days. Down this path strayed the fancy how much people were made by the things which surrounded them--the things expected of them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

A Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, Susan Glaspell was a founding member of the influential Provincetown Players and credited with a significant role in the development of modern drama in the United States. Her plays have been hailed as "masterpieces" and during her lifetime she was acclaimed as "one of the best contemporary dramatists." This volume includes three of her earlier one acts, all produced at the Provincetown Playhouse. "Trifles," Glaspell's classic play of dramatic realism, "Suppressed Desires," a Freudian comedy written with her husband George Cram Cook and "Close the Book," her exploration of American attitudes.

Hailed as a "masterpiece" when it was first produced and acclaimed as the "significant dramatic offering of the season," Susan Glaspell's play BERNICE explores the social criticism of its time. Glaspell examines the lives of a bohemian couple who have rejected Victorian morality and how their lives are drastically changed as they come to terms with the mystery and the unanswered questions surrounding the death of Bernice. A Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, Susan Glaspell was a founding member of the influential Provincetown Players and credited with a significant role in the development of modern drama in the United States.