George Jean Nathan
George Jean Nathan was an American drama critic and magazine editor. He worked closely with H. L. Mencken, bringing the literary magazine The Smart Set to prominence as an editor, and co-founding and editing The American Mercury and The American Spectator.
Bottoms Up: An Application of the Slapstick to Satire
Step into a world of absurd theatre where nothing is sacred, and laughter is the weapon against the ridiculous clichés of the stage.
By George Jean Nathan
The American Credo A Contribution Toward the Interpretation of the National Mind
Venture into a thought-provoking exploration that exposes the discrepancies between the values Americans claim to uphold and the realities of their actions.
By George Jean Nathan
The Critic and the Drama
Explore the vibrant connection between art and critique in the early 20th century, where drama mirrors society and criticism illuminates its depths.
By George Jean Nathan
A Book Without a Title
Through witty observations and cynical reflections, this early 20th-century work dissects love, morality, and ambition, revealing the humorous absurdities of human nature and society.
By George Jean Nathan