BOOKS ON DRAMAS & PLAYS

Uncover Essential Drama Books for Every Reader

Delve into the world of theatre with our curated collection of drama books. Featuring timeless classics and contemporary works, each volume showcases masterful storytelling, rich characters, and profound insights. Explore diverse genres and styles, perfect for students, performers, and passionate readers alike.
Varadambika Parinaya Campu of Tirumalamba (An Old and Rare Book)
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Ubhaya Bharati  (A Historical Play)
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Final Battle: A Play Two Acts by Dhwanil Parekh
By Translated By Pranav Joshipura
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The Dramatic Element in Kalidasa's Kumarasambhavam
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Mahakavi Bhasa's Immortal Play: Svapna-Vasavadattam
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Tragic Outlook in Assamese Drama (An Old and Rare Book)
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Discourses on Indian Drama in English
By Edited By Ankur Konar
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Court Martial and Other Plays
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Diaries of Gurajada
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Raghuvamsa of Kalidasa
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The Mystery of Salvation: A Play in Three Acts
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The Sanskrit Drama (In its Origin, Development Theory and Practice)
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Kalidasa Tribute to His Genius (Set of 2 Volumes)
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The Beggar Princess (A Historical Drama in Five Acts)
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अषाढ़ का एक दिन: Ashadh Ka Ek Din (One Day in Ashadha)
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Shakespeare in Love with the Mughal Princess: Jahan Ara
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Chandrasekhar Kambar: A Monograph
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Kavyalankara of Bhamaha
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The Uttararamacharita of Bhavabhuti (Edited with the Commentary of Viraraghava
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Two Plays For Young People The Sometimes River Nayantara Nayar and Remember, Remember
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Robes of Destiny A Trilogy And Some More Plays
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Tagores Before Tagore: A Screenplay (Story,Script,Dialogue)
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Essays on Sanskrit Poetics
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Three Sanskrit lighter Delights (An Old & Rare Book)
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Appellations of Siva in the Works of Kalidasa
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The Ninth of August-August Na (A Play)
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Modern Indian Drama Series-Avvai
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Sindoor Ki Holi (Vermillion on Fire)
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Sacrifice
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Red Oleanders- A Drama in One Act By Rabindranath Tagore
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Three More Plays of Kuvempu (An Old and Rare Book)
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Some Essays on Sanskrit Literary Criticism
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Together in Dramaland (Children's Dramas from Asia and the Pacific)
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Sakuntala: A Sanskrit Drama, In Seven Acts (An Old and Rare Book)
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Malavikagnimitram of Kalidasa
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Upanishad Drama
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Illu (The House)
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Two Plays (The Sahyadri Saga and The World of Swayamvara)
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The Frolic Play of the Lord
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T. S. Eliot's Later Phase (A Study of Poetry, Drama and Criticism )
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Cages ( Modern Indian Drama Series )
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Modern Indian Drama - An Anthology
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Kudiyattam : Preliminaries and Performance (An Old and Rare Book)
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Revisiting Mahesh Dattani
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Sarngadeva’s Sangitaratnakara
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C.N. Sreekantan Nair (Vision and Mission of A Theatre Activist)
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Another Life (Thirteen Stories and A Play)
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Siddhartha: Man Of Peace (A Drama)
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Delve into the World of Theatre and Imagination – Drama and Play Books Collection

Whether you are an inquisitive reader of dramas and plays, a stage actor enthusiast, or a budding scriptwriter, this collection is perfect for you to meet all your demands. From renowned classic drama books such as Shakespeare’s works to modern play literature, it encompasses all genres and is suitable to be read by people of all ages. Every word of each of our drama literature books takes you on the journey of a spectrum of emotions and experiences.


The authors of these books are indeed great mental speculators who know how to captivate and engage the minds of the readers with their emotionally resonant dialogues that the readers can relate to. This collection encompasses a variety of genres to cater to the interests and tastes of different individuals – comedy, love, tragedy, thrill, adventure, and many more.


The compelling characters, unique storylines, and complex human emotions in these books hook the readers to the end and provoke deep thoughts and pondering. It is like adapting to one of the characters of the play that leaves a lasting impression on our minds. Behind the works of these literatures, is the sheer artistry of the playwrights who set the seed of a fascinating story within the hearts of the literary enthusiasts.


As you turn the pages of your favorite drama book, one after another, you will be filled with curiosity to know what’s next – the roller coaster of sentiments will persist. The corner of your quiet room will be the witness to all your insights. Exotic India invites you to explore this fascinating assortment and shop the drama books that relate to your fancies.


Q. Are there contemporary plays included in this collection of books?


Yes, our drama books collection includes contemporary plays that relate to modern audiences and readers. These plays address the current issues and themes in a theatrical mood with fascinating characters and provoke deep thought and contemplation in the readers’ minds. Some of the good contemporary playbooks are – “Modern Indian Drama – Issues and Interventions” by Lakshmi Subramanyam, “Tagores Before Tagore – A Screenplay” by Sibaji Bandyopadhyay, and “Plays of Girish Karnad – His Poetics of Gender, Identity and Culture” by Gauri Shankar Jha.


Q. Are there books that focus on plays from specific cultures or regions?


Yes, we have various books that focus on plays from specific cultures or regions and showcase their theatrical traditions – “Dramatic Concepts - Greek and Indian” by Sweta Bhardwaj, “Plays From a Fractured Land (Punjabi Partition Drama in Translation)”, “Female Characters in Modern Assamese Drama” by Pranati Sharma Goswami, “Seven Plays on Sikh History” by Sant Sikh Sekhon, and “Selected Bengali One Act Plays” by Ajit Kumar Ghosh.


Q. What are some tips for reading drama books effectively?


To effectively read drama books, you should imagine and visualize each setting, dialogue, and character of the plot. While reading the book, stay away from any source of interaction and try to imbibe the emotions and sentiments of the characters.