Strange Interlude
Strange Interlude
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1928
Book Brief
352
Play • Fiction
1928
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Strange Interlude by Eugene O'Neill follows Nina Leeds, who, after her fiancé's death in World War I, navigates complex relationships and personal turmoil involving marriage, motherhood, and mental health. Through stream-of-consciousness asides and soliloquies, the play deeply explores themes of love and identity over several decades. The narrative includes discussions of adultery and abortion.
Melancholic
Mysterious
Contemplative
Emotional
Dark
Reviews & Readership
532 ratings
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Review Roundup
Eugene O'Neill's Strange Interlude is praised for its innovative narrative and psychological depth, delving into complex human emotions and relationships. While some find the lengthy and introspective soliloquies intriguing, others feel they hinder the play's pace. Overall, it's a bold exploration of inner turmoil, though it may challenge traditional expectations.
Who Should Read Strange Interlude?
A reader who would enjoy Strange Interlude by Eugene O'Neill is likely to appreciate intricate psychological drama and complex character studies. Fans of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? by Edward Albee or Long Day's Journey into Night by O'Neill himself will find this play's exploration of hidden truths and inner monologues particularly compelling.
532 ratings
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352
Play • Fiction
1928
Adult
18+ years
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