End
David Eldridge
Endgame
by Samuel Beckett
What readers are saying
Readers have mixed feelings about this play, with many praising its depth and complexity while others find it confusing and bleak. The themes of existentialism and absurdity resonate with some, who appreciate Beckett's unique style, while others struggle to connect with the material. Overall, it seems to evoke strong reactions, both positive and negative, from its audience.
Deep and thought-provokingUnique and absurd styleMemorable charactersPowerful themes of existenceConfusing for some readersBleak and disturbing atmosphereRequires multiple readings to appreciate
Synopsis
Originally written in French and translated into English by Beckett, "Endgame" was given its first London performance at the Royal Court Theatre in 1957.
HAMM - Clov!
CLOV - Yes.
HAMM - Nature has forgotten us.
CLOV - There's no more nature.
HAMM - No more nature!
You exaggerate.
CLOV In the vicinity.
HAMM - But we breathe, we change!
We lose our hair our teeth!
Our bloom!
Our ideals!
CLOV - Then she hasn't forgotten us.
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Endgame - A Select Scene from Endgame: Scene 1
Publication
PublisherFaber & Faber
Year2009
BindingPaperback
Edition5/17/09
Pages80
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-139780571243730
ISBN-100571243738
LCCPQ2603.E378
Endgame is a British play written by Samuel Beckett and published by Faber & Faber (2009).
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