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The Sisters Rosensweig

Wendy Wasserstein
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The Sisters Rosensweig

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1992

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Wendy Wasserstein

The Sisters Rosensweig

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1992
Book Details
Pages

128

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1990s

Publication Year

1992

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Sisters Rosensweig by Wendy Wasserstein is a contemporary play that centers around three middle-aged Jewish-American sisters—Sara, Pfeni, and Gorgeous—who reunite in London for Sara's fifty-fourth birthday. As they navigate personal and professional challenges, each sister confronts her own identity, familial roles, and life choices, leading to revelations and changes in their relationships.

Humorous

Emotional

Heartwarming

Contemplative

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

3.6

534 ratings

57%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Wendy Wasserstein's The Sisters Rosensweig has been praised for its sharp wit and deep character exploration, capturing the complexities of familial relationships. Critics highlight its humor and emotional depth but note some clichés and predictable moments. Overall, the play is commendable for its engaging dialogue and vibrant portrayal of sisterhood.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Sisters Rosensweig?

A reader who enjoys The Sisters Rosensweig by Wendy Wasserstein would likely appreciate witty, character-driven narratives that explore family dynamics and personal identity. Fans of works like Little Women by Louisa May Alcott or The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan will find similar themes of sisterhood and cultural heritage.

3.6

534 ratings

57%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

128

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1990s

Publication Year

1992

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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