The Deadly Game
by Friedrich Dürrenmatt, Friedrich Duerrenmatt, James Yaffe
What readers are saying
Readers find 'The Deadly Game' to have a unique blend of absurdity and suspense, reminiscent of classic works like Kafka's 'The Trial'. Many appreciate its entertaining narrative and the intriguing themes of justice and isolation.
Synopsis
THE STORY: As told by Atkinson (NY Times): Three retired men of law on a remote mountain in Switzerland amuse themselves by going through the legal ceremony of prosecuting strangers who drop in.
An American traveling salesman is their guest on a s
Press Reviews
"…a tidy, literate piece of dramatic make-believe.” —New York Daily News. “…provides a steadily engrossing evening in the theatre.” —New York Post. “…an adult delight."
— New York World-Telegram & Sun
Publication
The Deadly Game is a American comedy play written by Friedrich Dürrenmatt and published by Dramatists Play Service (1998).
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Dramatists Play Service · 1998 · 72 pp
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