Gem of the Ocean
by August Wilson
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Readers have a deep appreciation for August Wilson's 'Gem of the Ocean,' praising its rich characterization and profound themes related to the African American experience. Many are captivated by the storytelling and the mystical elements woven throughout the narrative. Some find the play's complexity rewarding, while others feel it may be somewhat challenging to grasp fully when read rather than seen performed.
Synopsis
Gem of the Ocean; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 1904.
Aunt Esther, the 285-year-old fiery matriarch of 1839 Wylie Avenue, sets Citizen Barlow, a young man from Alabama, on a soaring, lyrical journey of spiritual awakening.
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Gem of the Ocean is a play written by August Wilson and published by Nick Hern Books (2008).
Digital editions available on Amazon Kindle.
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