Golden Boy
by Clifford Odets

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120 mins Unit Set/Multiple Settings American

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Readers find 'Golden Boy' to be a powerful exploration of ambition and the conflicts between artistic dreams and material success. Many appreciate Clifford Odets' intricate characterization and the emotional depth of the story. Despite some criticisms regarding the play's pacing and ending, the overall reception leans towards positive with a sense of admiration for its themes and dramatic structure.

Intricate plot and characterization Emotionally powerful themes Strong dramatic moments Pacing issues Mixed feelings about the ending

Synopsis

A play by Clifford Odet.

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"A play quick with life, pungent in dialogue and characterization, stirring and comic."

— New York Sun

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Publication

Year 1998
Binding Paperback
Pages 72
Place New York
Language English
ISBN-13 9780822204565
ISBN-10 0822204568
LCC PS3529.D46 G6 1964

Golden Boy is a American play written by Clifford Odets and published by Dramatists Play Service in New York (1998).

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