Death Takes A Holiday
by Walter Ferris, Alberto Cassella

Death Takes A Holiday Book Cover
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Readers appreciate the thought-provoking themes and humor in this play, celebrating its blend of philosophical discussion and engaging storytelling. Many found it to be a touching and profound experience, even if some note its older style may not suit all tastes. There is a general consensus on its strong characters, especially Death, and how it holds up over time despite being written in 1929.

Thought-provoking themesStrong character of DeathBlend of humor and philosophyEngaging storytellingOlder style may not suit all tastes

Synopsis

Death suspends activities for three days during which he falls in love with a beautiful girl, and through her realizes why mortals fear him.

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PublisherSamuel French
Year1957
BindingPaperback
EditionIllustrated
Pages162
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-139780573607882
ISBN-100573607885

Death Takes A Holiday is a American comedy play written by Walter Ferris and published by Samuel French (1957).

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