Breath
Breath
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1969
Book Brief
BetaPlay • Fiction
1969
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Samuel Beckett's play Breath is an extremely brief dramatic work featuring a brief burst of light, a human cry, and the sound of breathing. The stage is littered with assorted debris, capturing themes of existence and decay.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Samuel Beckett's Breath is widely recognized for its brevity and minimalist approach. Critics appreciate its intense and evocative portrayal of human existence, though some argue its abstract nature can be perplexing. The piece’s provocative, stark design has sparked significant discussion, marking it as an innovative yet polarizing work in modern theater.
Who Should Read Breath?
A reader who enjoys existential and avant-garde literature would appreciate Samuel Beckett's Breath. Fans of minimalist works like Beckett’s Waiting for Godot or Eugen Ionescu’s The Bald Soprano would find intrigue in this micro-play's stark brevity and thematic exploration. Ideal for those drawn to absurdist and experimental drama.
Play • Fiction
1969
Adult
18+ years
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