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Natural Affection
by William Inge

Natural Affection Book Cover
Natural Affection Cover

Highlights

12

Medium Cast

5

Female

7

Male
120 mins Interior Set American

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the emotional depth and themes of maternal love presented in the play. The writing is often highlighted for its raw honesty, resonating with those who have experienced similar family dynamics.

Emotional depth of the story Honest portrayal of family dynamics Some find it overly harsh

Synopsis

THE STORY: As she awaits the impending Christmas visit of her teenage son, Donnie, Sue Barker is torn between the love she feels as a mother and the fear that his presence will disrupt the life that she has built in his absence.

Having been deserte

Themes Drama American

Press Reviews

"This powerful study of the need for love, and the conflicts which this engenders, was hailed for its candor and stirring perceptions. “…moments of superb compulsion.” —New York Journal-American. “…a biting, savage, stinging drama…"

— The Hollywood Reporter

Publication

Publisher Dramatists Play Service
Year 1998
Binding Paperback
Edition Reprint
Pages 72
Language English
ISBN-13 9780822208051
ISBN-10 0822208059

Natural Affection is a American play written by William Inge and published by Dramatists Play Service (1998).

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