Crimes Of The Heart by Beth Henley
The play is a darkly comic tale of the Magrath sisters, who reunite at their grandfather's home in Mississippi after one of them, Babe, has shot her abusive husband. The sisters are forced to confront the consequences of their own "crimes of the heart," which include loneliness, infidelity, and failure. Through sharp dialogue and poignant moments, the narrative explores themes of family dysfunction, societal expectations, and the search for personal happiness amidst the chaos of their lives. As they navigate through past resentments and present crises, the sisters ultimately find solace and strength in their sisterhood.
The 13159th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1978
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 106
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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- 47th on The 101 GREATEST PLAYS of the Past 100 Years (1920-2020) (Broadway World)