The Straw

Eugene O'Neill's «The Straw» is a poignant exploration of human frailty and the complex interplay between ambition and disillusionment. Written in 1921, this one-act play employs a concise and striking dramatic style, capturing the essence of O'Neill'Äôs existential themes. The narrative unfolds in a terse dialogue that lays bare the characters' emotional struggles, set against the backdrop of the American Dream's elusive promises. O'Neill's masterful use of symbolism, particularly the titular straw, highlights the precarious balance between hope and despair, providing a fertile ground for critical analysis of... Daha sonra