The Orient on the Victorian Stage

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The book delves into how the Middle East and the Orient influenced British theatre during the nineteenth century, examining the cultural exchanges and representations in writing and performance. It analyzes the ways in which these regions shaped narratives and aesthetics, highlighting the complexities of colonial perspectives and the artistic responses to Eastern themes. Through this exploration, the work sheds light on the broader implications of cultural interaction in the theatrical landscape of the time.