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A Streetcar Named Desire
Patricia Hern
A Streetcar Named Desire
by Tennessee Williams
What readers are saying
Readers appreciate the depth and complexity of characters in this classic play, particularly the tragic figure of Blanche DuBois. Many find Tennessee Williams' exploration of themes like mental health and abusive relationships both poignant and relevant, even decades after its initial publication. The vivid portrayal of New Orleans and the lyrical writing style also receive high praise from the audience.
Complex character development Powerful themes of mental health Lyrical and engaging writing Vivid portrayal of New Orleans Some find it aggressive and troubling
Synopsis
Fading southern belle Blanche Dubois depends on the kindness of strangers and is adrift in the modern world.
When she arrives to stay with her sister Stella in a crowded, boisterous corner of New Orleans, her delusions of grandeur bring her into conflict with Stella's crude, brutish husband Stanley.
Eventually their violent collision course causes Blanche's fragile sense of identity to crumble, threatening to destroy her sanity and her one chance of happiness.
Publication
Publisher Dramatists Play Service
Year 2009
Binding Paperback
Edition 48409th
Pages 111
Language English
ISBN-13 9780141190273
ISBN-10 0141190272
LCC PS3545.I5365
A Streetcar Named Desire is a American play written by Tennessee Williams and published by Dramatists Play Service (2009).
Digital editions available on Apple Books .
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