Folklore and Fairy Plays

"Folklore and Fairy Plays" is an enchanting collection of dramatic works by Charles Buxton Going that brings the magic of traditional legends and mythical narratives to the stage. This volume features a series of plays designed to capture the whimsy and moral depth of classic folklore, making them ideal for both performance and literary study.Through these scripts, Going explores timeless themes of wonder, bravery, and the supernatural, drawing upon diverse cultural motifs to create engaging theatrical experiences. The collection is noted for its lyrical quality and its ability to transport audiences into worlds of fantasy. Each play serves as a bridge between oral traditions and modern dramatic interpretation, offering rich opportunities for imaginative staging.Whether intended for youth theater or for readers who appreciate the enduring power of fairy tales, "Folklore and Fairy Plays" remains a significant contribution to early 20th-century dramatic literature. It invites performers to rediscover the evocative power of myths through dialogue and action, preserving the spirit of folk heritage in a vibrant, performative format.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.

Pagina's: 256, Hardcover, Tradd Street Press