Mourning Becomes Electra by Eugene O'Neill
A Trilogy
"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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- Published
- 1931
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 162
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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