Frayn, Michael
Democracy (Methuen Fast Track Playscripts) (Modern Plays)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780413773821
- author:
- Frayn, Michael
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Methuen Drama
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 112
- Dimensions:
- 129mm X 198mm
- Genre:
- Plays
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Democracy by Michael Frayn is a play that delves into the complexities of politics and human relationships. Set in West Germany in 1969, it explores the inner workings of government through the character of Willy Brandt, who becomes the first left-of-centre Chancellor for nearly forty years. The play features a cast of characters with their own agendas and motivations, navigating the intricate web of alliances and rivalries that define politics. Meanwhile, Günter Guillaume, Brandt's personal assistant, is secretly working as a spy for the Stasi, adding an extra layer of tension to the already volatile situation. With its sharp insights into the human condition and the cutthroat world of politics, Democracy offers a gripping portrayal of power struggles and the consequences of deception.