The Woods
by David Mamet
What readers are saying
Readers have mixed feelings about the play, with some praising its character study and dialogue, while others express disappointment in its execution and emotional impact. The divide is evident, as a majority find it underwhelming compared to Mamet's other works, feeling disconnected from the characters and story.
Synopsis
A portrait of two young lovers spending a night in his family's cabin in the woods offers insight into the actions and emotions of people in love
Press Reviews
"A beautifully conceived love story."
— The Chicago Tribune
"[Mamet's] language has never been so precise, pure, and affecting."
— The New York Times
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Publication
The Woods is a American play written by David Mamet and published by Samuel French in New York (1979).
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Samuel French · 1979 · 64 pp
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