State of the Union
by Howard Lindsay, Russel Crouse

State of the Union Book Cover
State of the Union Cover

Highlights

120 minsInterior SetComedy

Awards & Recognition

Pulitzer Prize

Winner! 1946 Pulitzer Prize for Drama

What readers are saying

Readers have mixed feelings about the play, noting its datedness and questioning its relevance in today's political landscape. While some appreciate the sharp dialogue and the premise regarding integrity in love and politics, others find it too superficial and reminiscent of other, more impactful works. Many feel it lacks the resonance expected in the modern context, making it seem like a period piece rather than a timeless classic.

Sharp and clever dialogueRelevant themes of integrityFast-paced storytellingFeels outdated and naïveSuperficial depiction of politics

Synopsis

Winner of the 1946 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

Publication

Year1998
BindingPaperback
ISBN-139780822210740
ISBN-100822210746

State of the Union is a comedy play written by Howard Lindsay and published by Dramatists Play Service (1998).

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