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Brechtian

 

Brechtian, belonging to or derived from the work of Bertolt Brecht (1898–1956), German poet, playwright, and dramatic theorist. When applied to the work of other dramatists, the term usually indicates their use of the techniques of epic theatre, especially the disruption of realistic illusion known as the alienation effect.

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Brecht, Bertolt (German poet and playwright)
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