TY - BOOK N2 - "This collection of 14 essays explores drama from around the world that depicts the United States and Americans. From eighteenth century German dramas about Native Americans to the theaters of contemporary Japan, Mexico, Ireland, and others, there are conflicting representations of Americans. Sometimes flattering, often critical, and occasionally insulting, these views highlight perceptions of America abroad"--Provided by publisher. AB - "This collection of 14 essays explores drama from around the world that depicts the United States and Americans. From eighteenth century German dramas about Native Americans to the theaters of contemporary Japan, Mexico, Ireland, and others, there are conflicting representations of Americans. Sometimes flattering, often critical, and occasionally insulting, these views highlight perceptions of America abroad"--Provided by publisher. T1 - Portrayals of Americans on the world stage :critical essays / DA - c2009. CY - Jefferson, N.C. : AU - Wetmore, Kevin J., CN - PN1650.A44 CN - PN1650.A44 PB - McFarland, PP - Jefferson, N.C. : PY - c2009. ID - 337043 KW - Drama KW - Americans in literature. KW - National characteristics, American, in literature. SN - 9780786444199 (pbk. : alk. paper) SN - 0786444193 (pbk. : alk. paper) TI - Portrayals of Americans on the world stage :critical essays / ER -