A Streetcar Named Desire

by Williams,Tennessee

• ISBN13: 9780811216029
• ISBN10: 0811216020
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780811220767
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780451154453, 9780811207652
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-09-17
• Publisher: Ingram Book Co
• More Book Details

About This Book

A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams is a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences with its poignant and powerful portrayal of human emotions. This revised edition, published by New Directions Publishing Corporation in 2004, remains a staple in the world of literature and theater.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and educators in literature and drama classes at the high school and college levels. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring the works of Tennessee Williams, including theater enthusiasts, literary critics, and scholars. The play's themes of desire, loneliness, and the human condition make it a rich subject for discussion and analysis.

History and Editions

The original play was first performed in 1947 and has since become one of the most iconic works of American theater. This revised edition, published in 2004, offers a fresh perspective on the classic story while maintaining the original's emotional depth and complexity. The play's enduring popularity is a testament to its ability to resonate with audiences across generations.

Author and Other Works

Tennessee Williams (1911–1983) was America’s most influential playwright. His remarkable corpus includes some of the most celebrated plays in American literature: *The Glass Menagerie*, *Cat on a Hot Tin Roof*, *The Night of the Iguana*, *The Rose Tattoo*, *Suddenly Last Summer*, and *Camino Real*. Williams' writing is known for its lyrical and poetic style, which brings characters to life with vivid detail and emotional depth.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Storyline: The play follows the complex relationships between Blanche DuBois, Stanley Kowalski, and Stella Kowalski, exploring themes of desire, loneliness, and the fragility of human relationships.
• Poetic Language: Tennessee Williams' writing is characterized by its poetic and lyrical style, making the characters' emotions and struggles deeply relatable.
• Cultural Significance: *A Streetcar Named Desire* is a cultural touchstone, influencing literature, theater, and popular culture for decades.
• Educational Value: The play offers a rich subject for analysis in literature and drama classes, encouraging discussions on character development, themes, and the historical context in which it was written.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780811216029
• eBook: Available through various digital platforms (e.g., VitalSource) with an ISBN of 9780811220767

Publication Details

• Publisher: New Directions Publishing Corporation
• Publication Date: September 17, 2004
• Number of Pages: 224 pages
• Language: English
• Item Weight: 0.44 lbs (0.20 kg)
• Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.2 x 0.6 in (20.07 x 13.21 x 1.52 cm)

Other Editions and Formats

• Digital Edition: Available through VitalSource with ISBN 9780811220767
• Used Copies: Available in various conditions (good, very good, acceptable) from multiple sellers on platforms like AbeBooks and Biblio.

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for *A Streetcar Named Desire*, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Table of Contents

Introduction
A streetcar named desire	p. 1
"The world I live in"	p. 181
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