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Barricade

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SKU: 9781803090511

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Barricade by Ananda Lal (ISBN: 9781803090511) offers a chillingly relevant political drama. Explore Utpal Dutt’s powerful play about the 1933 Nazi takeover of Germany, reflecting India’s context. Addressing rising far-right extremism, this edition features Dutt’s original text and documented performance, complete with an insightful introduction analyzing the historical context. Experience this urgent theatrical masterpiece exploring democracy’s fragility.

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9781803090511
  • Publisher: Seagull Books London Ltd
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 11 mm
  • Width: 217 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1803090510
  • Publisher Date: 05 Aug 2022
  • Height: 128 mm
  • No of Pages: 132
  • Series Title: India List
  • Weight: 166 gr

25 reviews for Barricade

  1. Debjyoti Paul

    An eye-opening exploration of political power. Utpal Dutt’s work is profoundly relevant.

  2. Priyank Agrawal

    While the play is significant, I struggled with some of the dated language and references.

  3. Bharat Gupta

    The urgency of the play is palpable. A disturbing look at how easily democracy can be undermined.

  4. Nancy Goel

    A powerful and disturbing look at the rise of extremism. Highly recommend.

  5. Harsh Khera

    Dutt’s play is a timeless warning. It’s a challenging read, but ultimately rewarding.

  6. Yash Raypa

    A crucial play in understanding political manipulation. The introduction contextualizes it effectively.

  7. Sheshan A Hegde

    The book provides a chilling reflection on historical events and their impact. A sobering read, but important.

  8. Anurag Ghoshal

    A compelling look at a dark chapter of history, and a warning for the future.

  9. Aditya Kumar

    The play is quite intense, depicting disturbing events. It made me reflect on contemporary political issues.

  10. Sarthak Rajendra Shimbre

    A deeply unsettling but important play. Ananda Lal’s introduction is invaluable.

  11. Kanishka Sharma

    While the message is strong, the play itself felt a little slow at times. Still, an important historical document.

  12. Suman Sahu

    The historical context really brings the play to life. A sobering reminder of the past.

  13. Kushagra Sinha

    This play is frighteningly relevant. Lal’s introduction is excellent, providing necessary background.

  14. Shafaq Qureshi

    Found it a bit heavy-handed, but the subject matter is certainly important.

  15. Tarkik Gautam Ranjan

    A bit too academic for my taste, but the play’s message is undeniably powerful.

  16. Amandeep

    A powerful play, sadly relevant today. Dutt’s work resonates deeply. A bit dense at times, but worth the effort.

  17. Saffil Ahmad

    An important play brought to light. The parallels to current events are striking. Definitely recommend it!

  18. Ankit Singh Gurjar

    I found the play a bit slow-paced. However, the message about political extremism is extremely relevant.

  19. Sanjana Srivastava

    Dutt’s vision is unsettling. The performance history is fascinating. Some of the language feels a bit dated.

  20. Samphan Rongchehon

    Excellent introduction, placing the play in its historical context. A vital warning for our times.

  21. Harsh Singh

    Although written in the past, the themes remain very relevant today. A must-read.

  22. Manav Khanna

    Chilling and thought-provoking! The introduction provides crucial context. A must-read for anyone concerned about political extremism.

  23. Jamuna Majhi

    This play is a stark reminder of the fragility of democracy. Well-written and thought-provoking.

  24. Kunapuli Venkata Sai Sandeep

    An essential play for anyone interested in political theatre. Very thought-provoking and well-presented.

  25. Sandhya Kumari

    A well-documented and insightful edition. It made me think, and that’s what good theatre should do.

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