Inheritance
by Hannie Rayson

Inheritance Book Cover
Inheritance Cover

What readers are saying

Readers have mixed feelings about the play, with some finding it a gripping exploration of family dynamics and inheritance, while others criticize it for being boring or overly complicated. Many appreciate its Australian themes and social commentary, though some suggest that it suffers from attempting to cover too many issues. Overall, the play has its strengths but also draws criticism for pacing and focus.

Gripping family dynamicsInsightful social commentaryEngaging themesSome find it boringPacing and complexity issues

Synopsis

In the Mallee country, a family gathers to celebrate the 80th birthdays of twin sisters Dibs and Girlie.

But these have been heartbreak years in the bush and the cracks are beginning to show.

All have a claim to the land, but which claim will prevail and who will lose out?

A powerful family saga dealing with divisions between the city and the bush, black and white, and duty and freedom.

Publication

Year2024
BindingPaperback
EditionUK ed.
Pages128
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-139780868197203
ISBN-100868197203
LCCPR9619.3.R34

Inheritance is a Australian & New Zealand play written by Hannie Rayson and published by Currency Press (2024).

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Currency Press · 2024 · 128 pp

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