The Caucasian Chalk Circle by Bertolt Brecht

The Caucasian Chalk Circle

Bertolt Brecht with Frank McGuinness (Translator)

128 pages • first pub 1945 (editions)

fiction classics play challenging reflective medium-paced

Description

A morality masterpiece, The Caucasian Chalk Circle powerfully demonstrates Brecht's pioneering theatrical techniques. This version by Frank McGuinness was published to coincide with the National Theatre's production which toured the UK in 2007.A s...

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Community Reviews Summary of 520 reviews

Moods

reflective 55%
adventurous 41%
challenging 41%
emotional 37%
funny 34%
dark 24%
sad 24%
inspiring 13%
hopeful 10%
informative 10%
tense 10%
relaxing 3%

Pace

fast 54%
medium 41%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 47% | Plot: 33% | Character: 19%

Strong character development?

Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 28% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 38% | No: 14% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 22% | Yes: 22% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 40% | No: 35% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

3.54

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