Mary McCarthy’s Theatre Chronicles, 1937-1962

Mary McCarthy's Theatre Chronicles, 1937-1962 is a collection of essays and reviews written by the American author and critic Mary McCarthy. The book covers a wide range of theatrical productions from the years 1937 to 1962, including plays by Tennessee Williams, Arthur Miller, and Samuel Beckett, as well as musicals and operas. McCarthy's writing is characterized by her sharp wit and incisive commentary, and she offers insightful analysis of the cultural and political context surrounding each production. The book is divided into four sections, each covering a different period in McCarthy's life and career, and includes previously unpublished material from her personal archives. Overall, Mary McCarthy's Theatre Chronicles, 1937-1962 provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of mid-20th century theatre, as seen through the eyes of one of America's most celebrated literary figures.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.