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The Petrified Forest
by Robert E Sherwood

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Highlights

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Large Cast

3

Female

18

Male
120 mins Interior Set American

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the engaging characters and plot of this classic play. Many note the intriguing transformation of relationships over time, while some express mild dissatisfaction with its overall impact. Overall, the writing and performances draw significant praise, especially in light of its film adaptations.

Engaging character development Strong writing and performances Intriguing plot dynamics Some find it just okay

Synopsis

THE STORY: Gabby Maple is a young girl who wants to see the world, but necessity compels her to work as a waitress in the middle of the Arizona desert.

Out of the desert comes Alan Squier, a disillusioned sophisticate on his way to the Petrified Fo

Themes American Drama

Publication

Publisher Dramatists Play Service
Year 1948
Binding Paperback
Edition Acting
Pages 72
Place New York, NY
Language English
ISBN-13 9780822208891
ISBN-10 082220889X
LCC PS3537.H825 P4 1962
DCC 812/.5

The Petrified Forest is a American play written by Robert E Sherwood and published by Dramatists Play Service in New York, NY (1948).

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