Time in Romantic Theatre

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The book examines the evolution of temporal modalities in Romantic Theatre, highlighting the liberation of playwrights from the constraints of "Unity of Time" and the influence of industrialization on societal timekeeping. It explores how these changes affected theatrical practices and reflects the urgency of time in social and cultural contexts. By focusing on the significance of time in early nineteenth-century drama, the monograph emphasizes the experimentation and innovation within Romantic dramaturgy, offering a fresh perspective on its development.