No word in our language—not even "Socialism"—has been employed more loosely than "Mysticism." Sometimes it is used as an equivalent for symbolism or allegorism, sometimes for theosophy or occult science; and sometimes it merely suggests the mental state of a dreamer, or vague and fantastic opinions about God and the world. In Roman Catholic writers, "mystical phenomena" mean supernatural suspensions of physical law. Even those writers who have made a special study of the subject, show by t...

“Inge reveals the powerful mysteries in our lives.”—Tennessee WilliamsFour plays by a quintessential twentieth-century playwright—Come Back, Little Sheba; Picnic, winner of the Pulitzer Prize; Bus Stop; and The Dark at the Top of the Stairs—with a foreword by the author.“This nice, well-bred next door neighbor, with the accent that belongs to no region except the region of good manners, has begun to uncover a worl...

William Inge's famous story of marital frustration which erupts in violence. Doc and Lola had an indiscreet affair, she became pregnant and, compelled to marry her, he gave up his medical studies, forfeited his future and settled down to a life of quiet desperation with the simple, homey Lola, who lost the child but has remained Doc's steadfast if slatternly wife. Now a chiropractor and recovering alcoholic, Doc's sobriety is tested when Marie, a young college student becomes their boarder...

Cherie was a chanteuse. She said, “I call m'self Cherie. Thass all the name ya need -- like Hidegarde. I won a amateur contest down in Joplin, Missouri, and that got me a job in a night club in Kanz City. But working in a night club ain't all roses..."Bo Decker had his picture taken by Life magazine because he was a champion professional rodeo rider. Bo had heard about women only he'd hardly ever seen one. Bo was a large, beautiful hunk of man -- but green as new grass when it came...

William Inge's popular plays of the 1950s received Tony nominations (Bus Stop [1956], and Dark at the Top of the Stairs [1958]) and won a Pulitzer Prize (Picnic [1953]). As a screenwriter, he won an Academy Award (Splendor in the Grass [1961]). Yet Inge's career ended in perceived failure, depression and finally suicide. These previously unpublished essays take a fresh look at some of his most popular work, as well as his less well-known later plays. Ing...

Upon hitting Broadway in 1955 Bus Stop was an immediate commercial & critical success. During a winter storm a busload of weary travelers are forced to shack up at a roadside diner until morning. Inge was renowned for his in-depth character studies, Bus Stop is no exception and offers a warm play about the intersecting lives of eight ordinary people.An L.A. Theatre Works full-cast performance featuring Megan Anderson, Terrence Currier, Rachel Miner, Anson Mount, Kyle Prue, Lynnie R...

"Christian Mysticism" by William Ralph Inge offers a profound exploration of the mystical tradition within Christianity, delving into its history, philosophy, and practices. Inge meticulously examines the lives and writings of prominent Christian mystics such as Teresa of Ávila, John of the Cross, Meister Eckhart, and Julian of Norwich, illuminating their experiences of divine union and methods of spiritual attainment. Through scholarly analysis and theological reflection, Inge not only pr...

In her long-awaited book, the legendary acting teacher Stella Adler gives us her extraordinary insights into the work of Henrik Ibsen (“The creation of the modern theater took a genius like Ibsen . . . Miller and Odets, Inge and O’Neill, Williams and Shaw, swallowed the whole of him”), August Strindberg (“He understood and predicted the forces that would break in our lives”), and Anton Chekhov (“Chekhov doesn’t want a play, he wants what happened in life. In life, people don’t usually kill...

Christian Mysticism by William Ralph Inge explores the profound spiritual experiences and insights that characterize the mystical tradition within Christianity. Inge delves into the lives and writings of notable mystics, examining their encounters with the divine and the transformative power of these experiences. He emphasizes the importance of personal spirituality and the quest for a deeper understanding of God, encouraging readers to engage with the mystical aspects of their faith. Thro...

In "The Idea of Progress," William Ralph Inge examines the philosophical and cultural evolution of the concept of progress from antiquity to the modern era. Inge's engaging prose blends historical analysis with philosophical inquiry, challenging the reader to reconsider the linear narratives of human development. This work stands in context with the early 20th-century debates surrounding modernity, industrialization, and the moral implications of progress, offering insights into how these ...

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