The Goat, Or Who Is Sylvia? by Edward Albee
Notes Toward a Definition of Tragedy
The play centers on a successful middle-aged architect whose life unravels when he confesses to his family that he has fallen in love with a goat named Sylvia. This revelation shocks his wife and gay teenage son, leading to a tumultuous exploration of the limits of tolerance, societal norms, and the nature of love. As the protagonist defends his affair, the narrative delves into themes of infidelity, the breakdown of family, and the questioning of conventional morality, ultimately challenging the audience to confront the boundaries of their own acceptance.
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- Published
- 2000
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 110
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 58th on The 101 GREATEST PLAYS of the Past 100 Years (1920-2020) (Broadway World)
- 98th on From Oedipus to The History Boys: Michael Billington's 101 greatest plays (The Guardian)