Hard To Swallow
by Mark Wheeller

Name: Hard To Swallow
Brand: Mark Wheeller
SKU: 9781902843087
Rating: 3.61 (111 reviews)

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Small Cast

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Male

What readers are saying

Readers generally find 'Hard To Swallow' to be a powerful and impactful play that tackles the difficult subject of anorexia nervosa. Many appreciate its emotional depth and relevance, particularly in educational settings. However, some feel that the portrayal could have focused more on the internal struggles of the protagonist rather than the effects on her family.

Powerful and emotional storytellingRelevant for educational settingsStrong monologuesInappropriate for teenage audiencesFocus on family impact over personal struggle

Synopsis

This play, an adaptation of Maureen Dunbar's award winning book (and film) "Catherine", charts her daughter's uneven battle with anorexia and this family's difficulties in coping with it all.