Literature Help: The Caucasian Chalk Circle

“The Caucasian Chalk Circle” by Bertolt Brecht was written in 1944. This play is a noticeable example of the playwright’s epic theatre.

The play presents a parable that revolves around a peasant girl. She rescues a baby and proves herself a better mother than the baby’s rich natural parents.

While writing the play, the playwright was living in the United States. It was written in German language. The play was translated into English by Brecht’s friend and admirer Eric Bentley.

Literature Help: The Caucasian Chalk Circle
Copyright
Chapter One: Introduction
Chapter Two: Plot Overview
Chapter Three: Characters
Chapter Four: Complete Summary
Act One
Act Two
Act Three
Act Four
Act Five
Chapter Five: Critical Analysis