The Greatest "Plays, New England" Books of All Time
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Plays are a category of literature that consists of written works intended for performance on stage. They typically feature dialogue between characters and are structured into acts and scenes. Plays can be comedic, tragic, or a combination of both, and often explore themes such as love, power, and morality. They are meant to be performed by actors in front of an audience, and can be enjoyed both as written works and as live performances.
The "New England" category for books typically refers to literature that is set in or inspired by the six northeastern states of the United States: Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. These books often explore the unique culture, history, and landscapes of the region, and may feature themes such as small-town life, colonial history, and the natural beauty of the area. The genre may include fiction, non-fiction, and poetry, and can range from classic works by authors such as Nathaniel Hawthorne and Henry David Thoreau to contemporary novels and memoirs.
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1. Mourning Becomes Electra by Eugene O'Neill
"Mourning Becomes Electra" is a trilogy of plays that retells the Oresteia story of the House of Atreus in a modern American setting. The narrative explores the themes of revenge, obsession, and guilt within the Mannon family, who are haunted by a dark, cursed past. The plot follows the aftermath of the American Civil War, with the characters struggling to escape their tragic fate, ultimately leading to their downfall.
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2. Desire Under The Elms by Eugene O'Neill
This play is a tragic tale set on a New England farm, exploring themes of passion, family conflict, and the destructive power of desire. The narrative centers around an aging father, his young wife, and his son from a previous marriage. The complex relationships between these characters are strained further by issues of inheritance and the son's romantic feelings towards his father's new wife. As jealousy and desires escalate, the characters are driven to extreme actions, leading to a devastating conclusion. The work delves deep into the human psyche, examining the dark and often destructive nature of desire and the consequences of pursuing one's deepest wants at the expense of others.
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