Of Mice and Men and the Moon Is Down: Two Plays Paperback - 2010
by John Steinbeck; Foreword by James Earl Jones
Steinbeck's theatrical adaptations of two of his most powerful short novels, now together in one volume
A unique treat for Steinbeck fans, this volume includes two extraordinary plays from a master of American literature. Of Mice and Men is the dramatic adaptation of one of Steinbeck's most widely read and beloved works. Originally published at the height of Nazi Germany's power, The Moon Is Down is a masterful play that uncovers profound, often unsettling truths about war and human nature. It tells the story of a peaceable town taken by enemy troops, and had an extraordinary impact as Allied propaganda in Nazi-occupied Europe.
Summary
This Penguin Classics edition celebrates Steinbeck’s dramatic adaptations of his most powerful short novels, Of Mice and Men and The Moon Is Down, featuring a foreword by award-winning actor James Earl Jones.
Of Mice and Men represents an experiment in form, as Steinbeck put it, a kind of playable novel, written in novel form but so scened and set that it can be played as it stands.” A rarity in American letters, it achieved remarkable success as a novel, a Broadway play, and three acclaimed films.
Of Mice and Men received the New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best Play in 1937-1938. A number of acclaimed actors have interpreted the iconic roles of George and Lennie for stage and screen, including James Earl Jones, John Malkovich and Gary Sinise.
The Moon Is Down uncovers profound, often unsettling truths about war and human nature. It tells the story of a peaceable town taken by enemy troops, and had an extraordinary impact as Allied propaganda in Nazi-occupied Europe.
This Penguin Classics edition of the theatrical adaptations of Steinbeck’s two classic short novels is essential to actors, playwrights, filmmakers and directors studying the dramatic work of the Nobel Prize winning author of The Grapes of Wrath and East of Eden.
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- Title Of Mice and Men and the Moon Is Down: Two Plays
- Author John Steinbeck; Foreword by James Earl Jones
- Binding Paperback
- Pages 240
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Penguin Group
- Date 2010-04-27
- Features Price on Product - Canadian, Table of Contents
- ISBN 9780143106135 / 0143106139
- Weight 0.42 lbs (0.19 kg)
- Dimensions 7.86 x 5.28 x 0.62 in (19.96 x 13.41 x 1.57 cm)
- Ages 18 to UP years
- Grade levels 13 - UP
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Themes
- Chronological Period: 20th Century
- Library of Congress subjects Male friendship, War
- Dewey Decimal Code 812.52
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