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Barricade
Rated 4.16 out of 5 based on 25 customer ratings
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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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Debjyoti Paul –
An eye-opening exploration of political power. Utpal Dutt’s work is profoundly relevant.
Priyank Agrawal –
While the play is significant, I struggled with some of the dated language and references.
Bharat Gupta –
The urgency of the play is palpable. A disturbing look at how easily democracy can be undermined.
Nancy Goel –
A powerful and disturbing look at the rise of extremism. Highly recommend.
Harsh Khera –
Dutt’s play is a timeless warning. It’s a challenging read, but ultimately rewarding.
Yash Raypa –
A crucial play in understanding political manipulation. The introduction contextualizes it effectively.
Sheshan A Hegde –
The book provides a chilling reflection on historical events and their impact. A sobering read, but important.
Anurag Ghoshal –
A compelling look at a dark chapter of history, and a warning for the future.
Aditya Kumar –
The play is quite intense, depicting disturbing events. It made me reflect on contemporary political issues.
Sarthak Rajendra Shimbre –
A deeply unsettling but important play. Ananda Lal’s introduction is invaluable.
Kanishka Sharma –
While the message is strong, the play itself felt a little slow at times. Still, an important historical document.
Suman Sahu –
The historical context really brings the play to life. A sobering reminder of the past.
Kushagra Sinha –
This play is frighteningly relevant. Lal’s introduction is excellent, providing necessary background.
Shafaq Qureshi –
Found it a bit heavy-handed, but the subject matter is certainly important.
Tarkik Gautam Ranjan –
A bit too academic for my taste, but the play’s message is undeniably powerful.
Amandeep –
A powerful play, sadly relevant today. Dutt’s work resonates deeply. A bit dense at times, but worth the effort.
Saffil Ahmad –
An important play brought to light. The parallels to current events are striking. Definitely recommend it!
Ankit Singh Gurjar –
I found the play a bit slow-paced. However, the message about political extremism is extremely relevant.
Sanjana Srivastava –
Dutt’s vision is unsettling. The performance history is fascinating. Some of the language feels a bit dated.
Samphan Rongchehon –
Excellent introduction, placing the play in its historical context. A vital warning for our times.
Harsh Singh –
Although written in the past, the themes remain very relevant today. A must-read.
Manav Khanna –
Chilling and thought-provoking! The introduction provides crucial context. A must-read for anyone concerned about political extremism.
Jamuna Majhi –
This play is a stark reminder of the fragility of democracy. Well-written and thought-provoking.
Kunapuli Venkata Sai Sandeep –
An essential play for anyone interested in political theatre. Very thought-provoking and well-presented.
Sandhya Kumari –
A well-documented and insightful edition. It made me think, and that’s what good theatre should do.