This literary study analyzes all of Tom Stoppard’s plays, especially his use of the device of parsimony known as Occam’s razor and how Stoppard uses it to present arguments on philosophy,
science, and popular culture. The book also explores Stoppard’s themes of time shifts and illusion versus reality, as well as his stage debates and his theatrical devices, such as music, visual
effects, and nudity. Stoppard’s literary influences, including Beckett, Chekhov, and Shakespeare, are also examined. The book contains many quotes from Stoppard’s plays and his other writings,
as well as interviews with Stoppard. Appendices offer timelines of performances, a list of works by Stoppard, and a list of characters in Stoppard’s works. Annotation ©2017 Ringgold, Inc.,
Portland, OR (protoview.com)
