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Oleanna

by David Mamet
Oleanna - Thryft
Oleanna - Thryft

Power struggle revealed in crackling dialogue

Oleanna could be a good read for someone interested in exploring the dynamics of power and gender through crisp and raw dialogue that effectively captures the essence of the battle for power between John and Carol. Mamet's writing style is direct, minimalist, and nuanced, lending a unique and distinctive feature to the book. While Oleanna may push some readers outside of their comfort zone, those who like psychological and political dramas that confront the complexity of relationships and communication will find much to enjoy in this play.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Oleanna

by David Mamet
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ISBN: 9780413626202
Authors: David Mamet
Publisher: Methuen Drama
Date of Publication: 1993-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Contemporary, Drama
Related Topics: Theatre
Goodreads rating: 3.61
(rated by 9500 readers)

Description

In David Mamet's latest play, a male college instructor and his female student sit down to discuss her grades and in a terrifyingly short time become the participants in a modern reprise of the Inquisition. Innocuous remarks suddenly turn damning. Socratic dialogue gives way to heated assault. And the relationship between a somewhat fatuous teacher and his seemingly hapless pupil turns into a fiendishly accurate X ray of the mechanisms of power, censorship, and abuseThis play was published to coincide with its British premiere, directed by Harold Pinter, at the Royal Court Theatre, London.
 

Power struggle revealed in crackling dialogue

Oleanna could be a good read for someone interested in exploring the dynamics of power and gender through crisp and raw dialogue that effectively captures the essence of the battle for power between John and Carol. Mamet's writing style is direct, minimalist, and nuanced, lending a unique and distinctive feature to the book. While Oleanna may push some readers outside of their comfort zone, those who like psychological and political dramas that confront the complexity of relationships and communication will find much to enjoy in this play.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.