Auburn, David
Proof
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571199976
- author:
- Auburn, David
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Faber and Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 20.96 x 13.84 x 0.76 centimetres
- Genre:
- Drama texts: from c 1900 -
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
David Auburn's Proof is a poignant and thought-provoking play that explores the complexities of love and the human experience. When Robert, a brilliant mathematician, passes away, his daughter Catherine is left to care for him, and her life is forever changed. As she navigates her grief, she must also confront the legacy of her father's genius and the sacrifices she made for him.
The arrival of Hal, a former student of Robert's, sets off a chain of events that forces Catherine to re-examine her own emotions and desires. As they work together to unravel the mysteries of Robert's final days, they must also confront the unpredictability of genius and the human instinct towards love and trust.
This powerful and deeply moving play is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the human condition.