American expressionistic drama;: Containing analyses of three outstanding American plays: O'Neill, The hairy ape; Tennessee Williams, The glass menagerie; Miller, Death of salesman
Rama Murthy, V
ISBN 10: 8374570199 ISBN 13: 9788374570190
Published by Doaba House, 2024
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This edition features a large 8.5 x 11 size, making it a convenient and visually appealing format for those putting on the play. Death of a Salesman is a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Arthur Miller about the tragic downfall of Willy Loman, an aging traveling salesman who struggles with the disillusionment of the American Dream, his own failures, and his fractured relationship with his sons, particularly Biff, as his grip on reality slips and he conflates past and present in a desperate search for success and meaning. Premiering in 1949, it's considered a masterpiece of American theater, exploring themes of identity, family, and the cost of chasing an idealized version of success. Key aspects of the play: Protagonist: Willy Loman, a man who believes in the power of being "well-liked" and the promise of the American Dream, but finds himself failing at 63. Themes: The American Dream, the conflict between illusion and reality, family dynamics, betrayal, and the search for identity. Structure: The play uses a non-linear structure, blending Willy's present reality with his memories, dreams, and hallucinations, often with transparent walls to show the Loman home. Awards: Winner of the 1949 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Play. Legacy: It is one of the most significant plays of the 20th century, frequently revived and adapted, and remains a powerful commentary on the pressures of modern life. Published in 2024 in Orlando FL, this book offers a larger print script for those putting on the play
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Title: American expressionistic drama;: Containing ...
Publisher: Doaba House
Publication Date: 2024
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good