David Edgar
David Edgar
- ISBN 13:
- 9780413630506
- author:
- David Edgar
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Methuen Publishing, Ltd.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1990
- Pages:
- 524
- Genre:
- Plays
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
David Edgar's dramatic works are highly regarded for their thought-provoking themes and nuanced portrayals of human experience. This collection features three plays that showcase his skill as a writer: Ecclesiastes, a radio play exploring the complexities of fundamentalist Christianity; Nicholas Nickleby, a stage adaptation that redefines the possibilities of the theatre; and Entertaining Strangers, an English left-wing social drama that tackles difficult subjects with compassion and conviction. Ecclesiastes examines the rise and fall of a US Christian clergyman, while Nicholas Nickleby is a bold reinterpretation of Charles Dickens' novel. In Entertaining Strangers, a community comes together to create a nativity play, highlighting the power of human connection in the face of adversity. Through these plays, David Edgar offers a searing critique of societal norms and expectations, presenting a deeply human and relatable portrayal of life's challenges and complexities.
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