M. Eugene Ionesco
The Chairs
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571194513
- author:
- M. Eugene Ionesco
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Faber & Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1997
- Pages:
- 80
- Genre:
- Plays
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A tragic farce that combines comic elements with innovative theatrical possibilities, Eugène Ionesco's "The Chairs" is a thought-provoking exploration of human folly. In this concise and enigmatic work, the author presents a private game played by an elderly couple, whose half-remembered stories and eccentricities are both poignant and humorous. Through brilliant and imaginative staging, Ionesco creates a magical experiment in theatre, blurring the lines between reality and performance. This unique blend of comedy and drama invites readers to reflect on the complexities of human relationships and the power of storytelling. Published in 1997, "The Chairs" is a significant work by one of the most influential playwrights of the 20th century.
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