The Diaries Of Adam And Eve
by David Birney, David Birney from Mark Twain

Name: The Diaries Of Adam And Eve
Brand: David Birney
SKU: 9780573691720
Rating: 3.85 (17215 reviews)

The Diaries Of Adam And Eve Book Cover — The Diaries Of Adam And Eve Cover

Highlights

Small Cast

Female

Male

90 minsGreek/Roman/BiblicalExterior SetContemporary Costumes/Street ClothesAmerican Comedy

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the humorous and insightful take on the biblical story of Adam and Eve presented by Mark Twain. Many find the characterizations of Adam and Eve to be clever and relatable, showcasing the dynamics between genders in a light-hearted manner. Overall, the play is seen as both entertaining and thought-provoking, with a unique perspective on a well-known tale.

Clever characterizationsHumorous and insightfulRelatable gender dynamicsSome found it a bit short

Synopsis

With his trademark charm and wit, Twain tells the Garden of Eden story in the first person, allegedly deciphering the newly discovered diaries of the legendary father and mother of the human race.

In Twain's "translation" Adam comes across as the original couch potato, grumpily uninterested at first in his new female companion who keeps pestering him with her all-too-innovative ideas.

Eve, by contrast, is the talkative, ever-curious experimenter whose inquisitive nature prompts her to name all the animals in the garden and leads her to the discovery of fire, among other things.

Press Reviews

"This utterly engaging work seduces the audience with an ease that would make the sly satanic snake supremely jealous."
— Santa Barbara News Press

"Endearing... a reminder of Twain's storytelling genius and how much fun it can be...flavorful as apple cider, pungent, ironic."
— The Los Angeles Times

"Sharp and resourceful... played with freshness and theatricality... charming."
— Variety

"Mark Twain isn't just for Hal Holbrook anymore. David Birney brings Mark Twain's words to life... in a romantic adventure for the ages."
— Times Union, Albany, NY