Publisher's Synopsis
""Masks or Faces? A Study in the Psychology of Acting"" is a book written by William Archer that explores the art of acting from a psychological perspective. The book delves into the question of whether actors should wear masks or reveal their true emotions on stage. Archer examines the various theories and techniques of acting and how they relate to the psychology of the performer and the audience. He discusses the importance of understanding human behavior and emotions in order to create compelling and authentic characters on stage. The book also includes examples from famous actors and their performances, as well as insights into the history of acting and its evolution. Overall, ""Masks or Faces?"" is a thought-provoking and insightful study on the psychology of acting and its impact on the art form.A Digest Of Many Opinions, And The Most Valuable Book On Acting.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
