{"product_id":"9788483748732","title":"Story of an Idiot - Interiors","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStory of an Idiot - Interiors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume brings together two dramatic works by Juana Escabias Toro that explore the complexities of human relationships and social criticism. \u003cem\u003eInteriors\u003c\/em\u003e (2006) analyzes the bonds between parents and children, while \u003cem\u003eStory of an Idiot\u003c\/em\u003e (2009) dives into the phenomenon of tabloid television and its consequences. Both pieces, which premiered on stages in Madrid, offer an incisive, contemporary look at society, making this book essential reading for theater lovers who seek texts with reflective weight and thematic relevance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book presents two distinct yet complementary theatrical works. \u003cem\u003eInteriors\u003c\/em\u003e focuses on family dynamics, exploring the conflicts, silences, and affections that arise between parents and children in the domestic sphere. On the other hand, \u003cem\u003eStory of an Idiot\u003c\/em\u003e addresses the impact of tabloid television on society, using humor and irony to expose the superficiality and sensationalism of the media. Both plays, premiered respectively at the SGAE's Sala Manuel de Falla and the Teatral Lagrada in Madrid, reflect the author's commitment to critical and timely theater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFamily relationships and generational conflicts between parents and children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCriticism of tabloid television and media sensationalism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSuperficiality and emptiness in contemporary society\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHumor as a tool for social denunciation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe domestic space as a setting for emotional tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at readers and theatergoers interested in contemporary Spanish theater, as well as students and professionals in the performing arts. It will also appeal to those seeking works that combine psychological introspection with social criticism, and those who wish to learn about the work of an author active in the Madrid theater scene during the first decade of the 21st century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTwo complete contemporary plays in a single volume, facilitating reading and comparative study.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA critical and current vision on topics such as family and the media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTheatrical texts with the potential to be performed or analyzed in academic contexts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe opportunity to get to know the dramatic style of Juana Escabias Toro, an author with a presence in Madrid's alternative scene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Escabias Toro, Juana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Huerga y Fierro Editores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plays, theatrical texts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Theater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 2011\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 88\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 155 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume is of interest to the theater-going public for bringing together two works that approach highly relevant themes from different perspectives. The author demonstrates a mastery of dialogue and character construction, as well as an ability to combine social criticism with emotional introspection. It is a pocket-sized edition—accessible and manageable—that allows the reader to engage with contemporary Spanish theater through two short but content-rich texts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HUERGA Y FIERRO EDITORES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53409980449115,"sku":"9788483748732","price":11.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978848374873.jpg?v=1781899113","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788483748732","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}