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The Shawl
by David Mamet
What readers are saying
Readers appreciate the exploration of cold reading and psychics in the play. The simplicity of the storytelling is also noted as a strong point, making it accessible and engaging.
Intriguing exploration of cold reading Simplicity in storytelling Could benefit from more depth
Synopsis
A smalltime mystic is out to bilk a bereaved woman of her inheritance.
Press Reviews
"A fascinating exercise in film flam. The dialogue has a keen poisonous edge."
— WNEW TV
"Displays the subtle word play with which Mr. Mamet can develop a prosaic situation."
— The Christian Science Monitor
Publication
Publisher Samuel French
Year 1985
Binding Paperback
Pages 43
Place New York
Language English
ISBN-13 9780573625183
ISBN-10 0573625182
DCC 812/.54
The Shawl is a American play written by David Mamet and published by Samuel French in New York (1985).
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