The Shrike
by Joseph Kramm

The Shrike Book Cover
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Highlights

120 mins Flexible Cast Size Unit Set/Multiple Settings American

Awards & Recognition

Pulitzer Prize

Winner! 1952 Pulitzer Prize for Drama

What readers are saying

Readers have mixed feelings about the play. While some find it incredibly powerful and thrilling, highlighting its emotional depth and critique of the psychiatric industry, others view it as outdated and lacking in effectiveness.

Powerful and thrilling story Emotional depth Interesting themes Somewhat outdated perspective Few effective moments

Synopsis

Book by Joseph Kramm, Kramm, Joseph

Press Reviews

"A fascinating play.” —New York Daily News. “Remarkably enthralling."

— New York Post

Publication

Year 1998
Binding Paperback
Edition First Edition
Pages 72
Language English
ISBN-13 9780822210269
ISBN-10 0822210266

The Shrike is a American play written by Joseph Kramm and published by Dramatists Play Service (1998).

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