Plays: Gerhart Hauptmann: Before Daybreak, the Weavers, the Beaver Coat - Paperback

by Reinhold Grimm (Editor), Caroline Molina y. Vedia (Editor)

Gerhart Hauptmann (1862-1946) is generally considered a pioneer of modern drama. He was praised by Rilke, Thomas Mann, and James Joyce among his contemporaries for his versatility, innovativeness, and realism. This Nobel Prize-winning author is here represented by three of his best-loved plays.

Back Jacket

Here the English speaking reader can find the broadest possible collection of poetic and intellectual achievements in new as well as great classic translations. Plays included are: Before Daybreak, The Weavers, The Beaver Coat.

Author Biography

Reinhold Grimm is on the board of The Germany Library and lives in Riverside, CA.