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Wonderful Tennessee
Brian Friel
Philadelphia, Here I Come!
by Brian Friel
What readers are saying
Readers have mixed feelings about this play, with some finding it humorous and poignant while others criticize the unlikeable characters and lack of plot development. Many appreciate the emotional depth and inventive storytelling, though some mention an unsatisfying ending. Overall, it seems to balance moments of beauty with frustrations about character relatability and closure.
Poignant and beautiful storytelling Funny with emotional depth Inventive use of characters Unlikeable characters Unsatisfying ending
Synopsis
Broadway hit about a young Irishman on the eve of his emigration to America.
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Philadelphia Here I Come - Banagher Drama Group
Publication
Publisher Faber & Faber
Year 1965
Binding Paperback
Edition 1st ed.
Pages 112
Place London
Language English
ISBN-13 9780571085866
ISBN-10 0571085865
LCCN 66035156
LCC PR6056.R5 P5
Philadelphia, Here I Come! is a British comedy play written by Brian Friel and published by Faber & Faber in London (1965).
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