The Memory Of Water
by Shelagh Stephenson

The Memory Of Water Book Cover
The Memory Of Water Cover

Synopsis

A Memory of Water was Stephenson's first play, opening in London in 1996, and was awarded the prestigious Olivier Award for Best Comedy.

Three sisters meet on the eve of their mother's funeral; as the conflicts of the past converge, everyday lies and tensions reveal the particular patterns and strains of family relationships.

This Student Edition features the full text of the play and an introduction that includes a plot summary and a discussion of the themes, characters, structure, language, style and production history of the play.

Notes on words and phrases in the text, questions for further study and a bibliography provide students with everything they need to study and appreicate this award-winning play.

Themes

Performance

Cast

A small cast size of 6 total roles, 4 female and 2 male roles.

Publication

Year Published
2008
ISBN 10
041377614X
ISBN 13
9780413776143
Binding
Paperback
Edition
Student
Print Length
192 pages
Language
English
LCC
PR6069
eISBN 13
9781408149331
Print
The Memory Of Water is a American comedy / farce play written by and published by Dramatists Play Service in 2008. The print edition has an ISBN-13 of 9780413776143 and an ISBN-10 of 041377614X.
Digital
ePlay digital editions are available on Apple Books Google Play with an ISBN-13 of 9781408149331.

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