The Glebe 1913/12 (Vol. 1, No. 3): The Azure Adder by Charles Demuth

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Author Demuth, Charles, 1883-1935
Editor Kreymborg, Alfred, 1883-1966
Editor Man Ray, 1890-1976
Title The Glebe 1913/12 (Vol. 1, No. 3): The Azure Adder
Note Reading ease score: 86.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Glebe 1913/12 (Vol. 1, No. 3): The Azure Adder" by Charles Demuth is a dramatic work written in the early 20th century. This play captures the bohemian life of artists and their struggles with personal and artistic identity, aesthetics, and societal expectations. The narrative is set against the backdrop of a studio, emphasizing the characters’ engagement with art, beauty, and their emotions. The plot revolves around Vivian, an artist in a stark, minimalist studio, and his interactions with a circle of friends and fellow artists, including Alice, Yvonne, and George. As they discuss their aspirations and the abstract concept of beauty, they navigate personal relationships, showcasing their ambitions and innermost struggles. The characters grapple with their definitions of art and what it means to sacrifice for it, culminating in Alice’s revelation of her feelings and the creation of the magazine named "Azure Adder," which they hope will revolutionize artistic expression. Throughout the dialogue, themes of creativity, companionship, and the pursuit of beauty emerge, painting a vivid picture of early 20th-century artistic ideals and emotional complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject American drama -- 20th century
Subject Literature, Modern -- 20th century -- Periodicals
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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