The Long and the Short and the Tall
by Willis Hall

Name: The Long and the Short and the Tall
Brand: Willis Hall
SKU: 9780573040160
Rating: 3.66 (120 reviews)

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Highlights

Medium Cast

Male

British

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the emotional depth and character development within this play, highlighting its relevance even today. Many find it a moving exploration of military life and camaraderie, praising the dialogue and themes. However, some feel it may be dated and could benefit from a modern adaptation to resonate better with contemporary audiences.

Emotional depth and character developmentRealistic dialogue and themesHighly entertaining and insightfulSome find it dated and less relevant

Synopsis

Set in the Malayan jungle, this critically acclaimed play is tough, realistic and full of comedy.

Its characters are British soldiers who look upon their duty in the jungle with a marked lack of enthusiasm until they discover that soldiering is something more than the game they thought it was at first.

Before the play comes to its unexpected climax, the men have faced up to unforeseen issues of loyalty and danger.

Period 1942.-8 men