The Country Girls
by Edna O'brien

The Country Girls Book Cover
The Country Girls Cover

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Readers have mixed feelings about this adaptation of Edna O'Brien's work. While many praise the writing style and character depth, some feel that the play does not capture the essence of the original novel. A few express disappointment with the format and pacing of the story as presented on stage.

Beautifully written proseEngaging character developmentStrong themes of friendshipSome prefer the original bookFormat may confuse readers

Synopsis

Edna O'Brien's wonderful, wild and moving novel shocked the nation on its publication in 1960.

Adapted for the stage by the author, The Country Girls

, the play, is a highly theatrical and free-flowing telling of this classic coming of age story.

Publication

PublisherFaber & Faber
Year2012
BindingPaperback
EditionMain
Pages112
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-139780571296699
ISBN-100571296696

The Country Girls is a British play written by Edna O'brien and published by Faber & Faber (2012).

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