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Fry Plays Two: Oberon Modern Playwrights

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Christopher Fry is one of the most significant playwrights of the 20th century. His work is characterized by its distinctive and lyrical language, its exploration of universal themes, and its deep humanity. Fry Plays Two is a collection of two of Fry's most celebrated plays, 'A Sleep of Prisoners' and 'The Lady's Not for Burning.' These plays are both set in Fry's distinctive and lyrical language, and explore themes of love, loss, and redemption.

Fry: Plays Two (Oberon Modern Playwrights)

by Christopher Fry

4.5 out of 5

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A Sleep of Prisoners

A Sleep of Prisoners is set in a prison camp during World War II. The play follows the lives of seven prisoners as they struggle to maintain their hope and humanity in the face of unimaginable hardship. The play is a powerful and moving meditation on the human spirit, and its ability to find hope and redemption even in the darkest of times.

The play's central character is David, a young man who has been imprisoned for his pacifist beliefs. David is a deeply religious man, and he believes that the only way to defeat evil is through love and forgiveness. The other prisoners are initially skeptical of David's beliefs, but they gradually come to see the wisdom in his words. As the play progresses, the prisoners find hope and redemption through their shared experience of suffering. A Sleep of Prisoners is a powerful and moving play that will stay with you long after you have finished reading it.

The Lady's Not for Burning

The Lady's Not for Burning is set in a small English village in the 15th century. The play follows the story of Jennet Jourdemayne, a young woman who is accused of witchcraft. Jennet is a free-spirited and independent woman, and she refuses to conform to the expectations of her society. This makes her a target for suspicion and persecution. The play is a witty and thought-provoking examination of the dangers of intolerance and the power of love.

The play's central character is Jennet Jourdemayne, a young woman who is accused of witchcraft. Jennet is a free-spirited and independent woman, and she refuses to conform to the expectations of her society. This makes her a target for suspicion and persecution. Jennet is defended by Thomas Mendip, a young soldier who falls in love with her. Thomas is a brave and compassionate man, and he believes in Jennet's innocence. The play follows the couple as they fight for Jennet's freedom and defend their love against all odds.

Fry Plays Two is a must-have for any fan of Fry's work, or for anyone interested in 20th-century drama.

Fry Plays Two is a collection of two of Fry's most celebrated plays, 'A Sleep of Prisoners' and 'The Lady's Not for Burning.' These plays are both set in Fry's distinctive and lyrical language, and explore themes of love, loss, and redemption. This volume is a must-have for any fan of Fry's work, or for anyone interested in 20th-century drama.

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Fry: Plays Two (Oberon Modern Playwrights)

by Christopher Fry

4.5 out of 5