Plays
by ÉRic-emmanuel Schmitt

Name: Plays
Brand: ÉRic-emmanuel Schmitt
SKU: 9780413760203
Rating: 3.9 (399 reviews)

Highlights

French

What readers are saying

Readers are captivated by the collection of plays, highlighting the depth and intelligence of the writing. Many praise 'The Visitor' for its rich storytelling and emotional impact, showcasing the complex themes explored by the author. Overall, the plays are considered entertaining and thought-provoking, appealing to a wide range of audiences.

Deeply moving stories Intelligent and well-written Entertaining and thought-provoking Some pieces feel too constructed

Synopsis

First publication in English of France's most successful contemporary playwright

Don Juan on Trial: 'Brilliant dialogue' (Le Figaro); The Visitor: 'An overwhelming triumph ...a masterpiece' (Paris Match); 'Sharp, biting, unexpected and cunning' Le Figaro; Enigma Variations: 'Schmitt...writes with extreme cunning...a brilliant author' (Le Monde); 'Simple, shattering and witty.

A play full of surprises' (L'Express); Between Worlds: Schmitt's eighth play is a metaphysical comedy set in the 'Two Worlds Hotel', where those in a coma come to stay while their medical dramas unfold back amongst the living."I have been looking for a play like this for the last twenty years" (Alain Delon of Enigma Variations)