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Eugene O'Neill’s play centers on a cast of ordinary characters whose lives are shattered by sudden, shocking acts that challenge conventional notions of respectability. Set in an evening of bar and sales encounters, the drama delves into the dark corners of human behavior, including the presence of a murderer and the relentless pressures faced by sales personnel. The work is emblematic of American theatre’s exploration of moral ambiguity and the fragility of social façades.
First publish date: 1946
Genre: Drama & Plays/Drama
Authors: Eugene O'Neill
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