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David Wiles, "Democracy, Theatre and Performance: From the Greeks to Gandhi" (Cambridge UP, 2024)

New Books in Political Science

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Art and Authoritarianism: Theatrical Politics

This chapter explores the complex interplay between art and authoritarian governance, focusing on how theatrical expression can challenge political norms. Through a case study of a Kuwaiti British playwright and an analysis of an Athenian court debate, it examines the emotional resonance of ideas in political discourse and the cultural factors shaping audience perception.

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