David Hare

Plenty

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ISBN 13:
9780571336135
author:
David Hare
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Faber & Faber Main edition
language:
English
Publication Year:
2016
Pages:
112
Dimensions:
12.6 x 0.9 x 19.8 cm
Genre:
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Condition:
New
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Description

David Hare's Plenty is a landmark play that explores the complexities of post-war history through the experiences of a single life. Set against the backdrop of World War II and its aftermath, the play offers a unique perspective on changing values and the collapse of ideals. Through the story of a fiercely intelligent Englishwoman who becomes embroiled in espionage during the war, Hare makes a powerful statement about the human cost of conflict and the fragility of individual identity. The result is an explosive theatrical experience that continues to resonate with audiences today. First performed at the National Theatre in 1978, Plenty has since become a modern classic, with productions in New York and on Broadway featuring notable performances by Meryl Streep and others.

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