David Mamet
Oleanna: a Play
- ISBN 13:
- 9780679745365
- author:
- David Mamet
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Random House USA INC International Concepts
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1993
- Pages:
- 96
- Genre:
- Plays
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A chilling exchange between teacher and student takes a dark turn in this thought-provoking play. A seemingly innocuous discussion about grades quickly escalates into a modern reprise of the Inquisition, exposing the mechanisms of power, censorship, and abuse. As the conversation unfolds, the lines between authority and subjugation become increasingly blurred. The result is a searing examination of the complexities of human interaction and the devastating consequences that can arise when relationships are exploited. With its concise yet powerful dialogue, Oleanna A Play is a gripping exploration of the darker aspects of human nature.
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