LOVE ME OR KILL ME, SARAH KANE AND THE THEATRE... - GRAHAM SAUNDERS

Discover a fascinating journey through the work of Sarah Kane, one of the most controversial and influential playwrights of the 20th century. Graham Saunders' book is not only an analysis of her plays, but also an intimate look at her life and collaboration with other artists. Immerse yourself in the world of theatre that provokes, moves and leaves no one indifferent.

• In-depth analysis of all Sarah Kane's plays
• Chronological introduction to the playwright's work
• Conversations with close collaborators of Kane
• Essay by Edward Bond on the moral integrity and courage of Kane's theatrical experiments
• Placement of Kane's work in the context of changes in British theatre in the 1990s
• Paperback edition, ideal for reading on the go
• Format 143x204 mm, handy and comfortable

Graham Saunders' book consists of two parts. The first is a chronological introduction to Kane's individual plays (Blasted, Phaedra's Love, Cleansed, Crave, 4.48 Psychosis), in which the author emphasises the most important dramaturgical strategies and themes present in her work and places it in the context of changes in British theatre in the 1990s. It is an excellent source of knowledge for theatre students, literary critics and all lovers of contemporary drama.

The second part of the book is a selection of conversations with close collaborators of the playwright. This material has not been commented on, allowing the reader to draw their own conclusions and interpretations. This part also includes a reprint of Edward Bond's essay Sarah Kane and the Theatre, published shortly after the writer's death, in which the author appreciates both her moral integrity and the courage of her theatrical experiments. It is a unique testimony of an era and a portrait of an artist who forever changed the face of theatre.

The book was published by Korporacja Ha!Art in 2011. It has 286 pages and a format of 143x204 mm. The binding is paperback, which makes it light and easy to carry. It is the ideal read for anyone who wants to delve into the work of Sarah Kane and understand her impact on contemporary theatre. Saunders analyses her dramas, showing their complexity and innovation, as well as the social and cultural context in which they were created. This book is the key to understanding one of the most important voices in contemporary drama.