An Experiment With An Air Pump
by Shelagh Stephenson

Name: An Experiment With An Air Pump
Brand: Shelagh Stephenson
SKU: 9780413733108
Rating: 3.68 (254 reviews)

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Highlights

Small Cast

Female

Male

American Historical

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the intricate exploration of moral dilemmas surrounding science and progress in this play. Many praise its dual timeline structure and the depth of its characters, highlighting the thought-provoking themes presented. However, there are critiques regarding the plot's coherence and character development, with some feeling that the narrative gets overwhelming at times.

Intriguing exploration of scientific ethicsThought-provoking dual timelineStrong character developmentEngaging and entertainingPlot can feel convolutedSome characters lack depth

Synopsis

Shelagh Stephenson's daring and thoughtful new play1799 - On the eve of a new century, the house buzzes with scientific experiments, furtive romance and farcical amateur dramatics.

1999 - In a world of scientific chaos, cloning and genetic engineering, the cellar of the same house reveals a dark secret buried for 200 years

An Experiment with an Air Pump was joint recipient of the 1997 Margaret Ramsay Award and premiered at The Royal Exchange Theatre Company, Manchester in February 1997.

Due for a major London production in autumn 1998.

Her previous play The Memory of Water won the 1996 Writers' Guild Award for Best Original Radio Play and the 1997 Sony Award for Best Original Drama

ThemesPR6069.T438 E88 1998 Scientists--Drama Scientists