Book Details

• Title: Modern Indian Drama (An Anthology)
• Editor: G. P. Deshpande
• Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
• Language: English
• Cover: Hardcover
• Pages: 772
• Publication Date: 1 December 2017
• ISBN: 9788126018758
• Dimensions: 8.9 × 5.9 × 2.0 inches

About the Book

Modern Indian Drama (An Anthology) edited by G. P. Deshpande is a major collection that brings together important works of modern Indian theatre and dramatic literature. The anthology presents a broad representation of Indian drama across different languages, regions, and literary traditions, offering readers a comprehensive view of the evolution of modern Indian theatre.

The collection highlights significant playwrights, dramatic styles, and social themes that shaped contemporary Indian drama. Through translations and selected plays, the book explores issues such as social change, identity, politics, cultural conflict, tradition, and modernity. It reflects the richness and diversity of Indian theatrical expression while making regional dramatic literature accessible to English readers.

This extensive hardcover edition published by Sahitya Akademi is an essential resource for theatre enthusiasts, literature students, researchers, academicians, and readers interested in Indian performing arts and literary studies. Its scholarly value and wide literary scope make it an important addition to academic and personal collections.