(14)
Rookery Nook
Ben Travers
Roots
by Arnold Wesker
What readers are saying
Readers have mixed feelings about the play, appreciating its character-driven narrative and authenticity, while others find it somewhat narrow in its themes. Some praise the strong monologues and the evolution of the central character, Beatie, but a few express discomfort with the family dynamics and overall message. The ending has garnered some redeeming comments, indicating varying interpretations among the audience.
Authentic character portrayals Strong monologues Timeless themes Engaging character evolution Narrow themes Stressed family dynamics Not universally appealing
Synopsis
Beatie returns for a holiday to her fenland farm home trying to impose on her stolid family the ideas of a young Jewish intellectual, Ronnie, whom she believes will marry her.
But, awaiting his arrival, slowly Beatie realizes he will never come and her famous final speech exults that Ronnie has taught her independence and how to free herself from him.-4 women, 5 men
Videos
Jessica Raine discusses the Donmar Warehouse's production of Roots
Publication
Publisher Samuel French
Year 1984
Binding Paperback
Pages 72
Place London
Language English
ISBN-13 9780573113772
ISBN-10 0573113777
LCC PR6073.E75 R66 1998
DCC 822.914
Roots is a British play written by Arnold Wesker and published by Samuel French in London (1984).
Digital editions available on Amazon Kindle .
Community Reviews
No community reviews yet
Buy Play
Similar Plays
Plays with similar themes, style, and content.
More from Arnold Wesker
More plays from Arnold Wesker that we think you'll enjoy.
