Out of print virtually since its completion in 1914, Emma Goldman’s pioneer work bridges [what was then] modern drama and political philosophy, pointing out the road that remains to be travelled toward a theatre of social empowerment. Activist, feminist, philosopher and anarchist, Emma Goldman was a passionate thinker about all things modern when the 20th Centry was still raw and new. The emergence of her treatise on the theatre after years of obscurity is certain to arouse a new generation of artists and scholars with its timely and provocative vision.
Praise:
“An important and inspiring book. Certain to revive our own commitment to the power of our art.” – Helen Krich Chinoy
“HURRAH!” Now Emma Goldman’s revolutionary book will be on everyone’s shelf and in everyone’s heart and on everyone’s lips. And if only, if only the message is made clear, then there may be some real hope.” – Judith Malina
“Learn what drama meant to one of the most remarkable women in American history.” – Eric Bentley
“This great book may have finally found the decade hungry for its profound truths. Emma Goldman’s brave crusade reminds us that the theatre entertains us best when it calls forth visions of what is highest and best in us and undermines human hypocrisies, cruelties, and greed.” – Karen Malpede, author of Women in Theatre
