The Crocodile
by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
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Readers appreciate the unique blend of humor and absurdity in the play. Many find Basden's comedic style refreshing and engaging, describing it as lively and entertaining. The play is noted for its dark themes juxtaposed with silliness, creating a memorable experience.
Synopsis
Ivan is an actor who hasn’t achieved the recognition he feels he deserves.
But all that is about to change when he is swallowed whole by a crocodile.
Based on Dostoyevsky’s short story, The Crocodile is a ferociously funny, eye-poppingly theatrical play about art, animals and what happens when you try to take on the system from within... a crocodile.
Publication
The Crocodile is a British adaptation play written by Fyodor Dostoyevsky and published by Nick Hern Books (2016).
Digital editions available on Amazon Kindle, Apple Books (eISBN 9781780016498).
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Nick Hern Books · 2016 · 88 pp
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