Everyman
by Carol Ann Duffy

Name: Everyman
Brand: Carol Ann Duffy
SKU: 9780571326884
Rating: 3.91 (182 reviews)

Highlights

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Large Cast

British Adaptation Religious Historical Christmas

What readers are saying

Readers are overwhelmingly positive about the modern adaptation of this classic play, praising its cleverness and humor. Many find the dialogue witty and the themes relevant, making it a compelling read and experience. The adaptation by Carol Ann Duffy is highlighted as a successful modernization that resonates with contemporary issues.

Cleverly modernized adaptationWitty and funny dialogueThought-provoking themesEngaging and enjoyable readSome dialogues felt too short

Synopsis

Everyman is successful, popular, and riding high when Death comes calling.

Forced to abandon the life he has built, he embarks on a last, frantic search to recruit a friend, anyone, to speak in his defense.

But Death is close behind, and time is running out.

One of the great primal, spiritual myths, Everyman asks whether it is only in death that we can understand our lives.

A cornerstone of English drama since the 15th century, this new adaptation by Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy was presented at the National Theatre, London, in April 2015.