The Increased Difficulty of Concentration (Blackwell)
by Václav Havel
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Readers appreciate the play's unexpected twists and the exploration of absurdity present in Havel's work. However, some find elements of the play outdated and potentially confusing for younger audiences. Overall, it is seen as a solid yet classic piece that maintains relevance.
Synopsis
This classic farce done in thirty scenes with no chronological sequence concerns a doctor of philosophy who has a wife, a mistress, and a secretary whose beautiful legs make it difficult for him to concentrate when she is taking dictation.
Publication
The Increased Difficulty of Concentration (Blackwell) is a comedy play written by Václav Havel and published by Samuel French (1976).
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