Publisher's Synopsis
The Art of Dramatic Writing is a comprehensive guidebook for aspiring playwrights and screenwriters. Written by Lajos Egri, a renowned playwright and drama teacher, the book explores the fundamental principles of dramatic writing and how they can be applied to create compelling stories. Egri argues that the key to successful dramatic writing lies in the creative interpretation of human motives, and he provides numerous examples and exercises to help writers develop this skill. The book covers a wide range of topics, including character development, plot structure, dialogue, and theme, and it includes insightful analysis of classic plays and films. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced writer, The Art of Dramatic Writing is an essential resource for anyone interested in mastering the craft of storytelling.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.
