The Complete Works of Kuo Pao Kun ⑦: Papers and Speeches
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This book compiles Kuo Pao Kun’s papers and speeches about the development of theatre, and his cultural and artistic exploration.
Looking at Kuo Pao Kun’s theatre works, most people believe that his cultural and social philosophy changed dramatically after his detention under the Internal Security Act from 1976 to 1980. Yet the difference may not be as large as we think. While the tone and expression of his early articles are quite different from comments made in the 1980s, many of Kuo’s well-known views on theatre and culture are reflected in his pre-detention writings. At its most fundamental, his ideology has remained consistent throughout the years.
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