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by Nancy Pellegrini (Author)
From the first staging of the Merchant of Venice in 1913, to experimental interpretations in contemporary theaters, Shakespeare plays have been embraced in China. Touching on mortal themes of love and loss, revenge and guilt, his works have transcended the boundaries of language and culture. This book explores the unique story of how the Bard of Avon became the People's Bard and the universality of his literary genius.
Author Biography
Originally from Long Island, Nancy Pellegrini has been covering China's performing arts scene for over a decade. She is the stage editor/writer for Time Out Beijing and Time Out Shanghai magazines, and has also written for Long Island Woman, Gramophone, South China Morning Post, and Christian Science Monitor.
