Travesties

Set against the backdrop of Zurich during World War I, this play intertwines the lives of historical figures such as James Joyce, Tristan Tzara, and Lenin, all seen through the eyes of Henry Carr, a minor British consular official. The narrative explores themes of art, politics, and memory, using a mix of farce and intellectual discourse. Stoppard's work is a witty and complex examination of the intersections between personal and historical events, filled with clever wordplay and theatrical innovation.

Published 1975

Binding of book is slightly loose. Slight foxing with creases, stains, and scratches on front cover. Slight foxing with creases and stains on back cover. Slight foxing and some fading on spine. Moderate tanning and slight foxing on top edge. Moderate tanning and some foxing on fore and bottom edges. Bookplate present. Slight foxing on insides of covers. Some foxing on some pages. Moderate annotations on some pages. Slight tanning around margins of pages. Inserts are intact with slight foxing.

Condition: Well Read