Home of the Brave
by Arthur Laurents

Name: Home of the Brave
Brand: Arthur Laurents
SKU: 9780822205296
Rating: 3.38 (33 reviews)

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Highlights

Male

One Act90 minsUnit Set/Multiple SettingsComedy

What readers are saying

Readers find 'Home of the Brave' to be a thought-provoking exploration of wartime experiences, particularly in relation to trauma and society. Many appreciate its historical context and the depth of its characters, even though some feel it lacks memorability. The play's themes and emotional moments resonate well with audiences, but there is a minor note about parts feeling less impactful.

Thought-provoking exploration of warStrong historical contextDepth of charactersSome moments feel forgettable

Synopsis

THE STORY: A group of American soldiers volunteer for a dangerous mission to a Japanese-occupied island.

One soldier develops a complex because he convinces himself that he has failed in his duty to a dying buddy.

He imagines that being a Jew and the victim of prejudice in his own group is that fact responsible for his “cowardice.”

Under pressure of a tense situation, he becomes partially paralyzed so that he cannot walk.

He is put under medical care, and with the help of his doctor and fellow soldiers, he is brought to realize that he and his comrades are essentially “just guys,” with no difference determined by blood or religion.

He recovers and faces the world with confidence.