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Ten One-Act Plays by Alice Gerstenberg is a window into the restless energy of early 20th century drama. Each play, concise yet brimming with insight, reveals the sharp wit and bold experimentation of an American playwright who helped shape a new era of theatre. Gerstenberg's work, resonant with social commentary and the pulse of the Chicago theatre scene, offers a rare glimpse of the artistic ferment that defined the 1910s. These plays are short. Their impact endures. This one-act play collection stands as a testament to the innovation of female playwright works in a time when women's voices…mehr

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Ten One-Act Plays by Alice Gerstenberg is a window into the restless energy of early 20th century drama. Each play, concise yet brimming with insight, reveals the sharp wit and bold experimentation of an American playwright who helped shape a new era of theatre. Gerstenberg's work, resonant with social commentary and the pulse of the Chicago theatre scene, offers a rare glimpse of the artistic ferment that defined the 1910s. These plays are short. Their impact endures. This one-act play collection stands as a testament to the innovation of female playwright works in a time when women's voices were seldom heard on stage. Gerstenberg, a contemporary of Susan Glaspell, crafts characters and situations that challenge convention and invite reflection. Her pieces, celebrated for their experimental theatre spirit, continue to inspire drama teachers, theatre students, and anyone fascinated by classic American drama. With themes ranging from identity to societal expectation, this anthology is both a drama teacher's toolkit and a rewarding read for casual enthusiasts. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. For those seeking a cornerstone of American playwright anthology or a touchstone of 1910s American theatre, Gerstenberg's plays remain a cultural treasure, ready to be rediscovered.