Biography of German playwright, poet and author Bertolt Brecht by critic, playwright and translator Eric Bentley. The memoir discusses Brecht's work and relationship with figures such as Charles Laughton, Peter Lorre, Hanns Eisler, Lion Feuchtwanger, Ruth Berlau, Elisabeth Hauptmann, Helene Weigel, W. H. Auden and Bentley himself. Also discussed are Brecht's production of Galileo, his testimony before the House Un-American Committee and the establishment of the Berliner Ensemble.
| Item number | 27624 |
|---|---|
| Category | Book |
| Type | Biography |
| Dimensions | Standard |
| Language | English |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Related people | Eric Bentley (Author) |
| Bertolt Brecht (Subject) |
Part of the Bill Douglas and Peter Jewell Collection