Drawing on an archive of notebooks, transcriptions, and audiotapes of Adler"s work, Kissel (cultural critic with the New York Daily News ) presents the lessons and insights she brought to the craft of acting. Adler"s classroom lectures are presented, and their significance is discussed. She addresses the discipline of the actor"s body, mind, and imagination. She looks at the techniques for creating believable characters and bringing authenticity to the performance, and the importance of understanding time, setting and style. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)