The Dutchman by Amiri Baraka
"The Dutchman" is a provocative play set on a New York City subway train, where a young African-American man, Clay, encounters Lula, a flirtatious and mysterious white woman. The play unfolds as a tense, psychological confrontation that escalates into a symbolic and violent exploration of racial dynamics and identity in 1960s America. Through their interaction, the narrative delves into themes of race, sexuality, and power, ultimately leading to a shocking and tragic climax that forces the audience to confront the social and political undercurrents of the era.
The 8451st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1964
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 49th on The 50 Best Plays of All Time (TimeOut)
- 55th on The 101 GREATEST PLAYS of the Past 100 Years (1920-2020) (Broadway World)