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Waiting for Godot by Samuel Beckett – Kitab Mahal

  • Publisher: Kitab Mahal (Pvt) Ltd , KM
  • Availability: In Stock
  • SKU: 38761

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Waiting for Godot is a seminal play by Samuel Beckett, often regarded as one of the most important works of the 20th century. It follows two characters, Vladimir and Estragon, who wait for someone named Godot, engaging in seemingly endless conversation and repetitive actions while confronting existential questions. The play explores themes of despair, the search for meaning, and the human condition, using minimalistic settings and dialogue.

Key Points

  1. Existentialism: Central to the play is the exploration of meaninglessness and the absurdity of human existence.
  2. Absurd Theatre: Represents the essence of the Theatre of the Absurd, where language and plot serve to reflect human confusion.
  3. Repetition and Stagnation: The characters' repetitive actions symbolize the stagnation and futility of life.
  4. Godot as a Symbol: Godot’s absence can be interpreted as a metaphor for hope, belief, or unattainable expectations.
  5. Philosophical Themes: The play tackles themes like time, waiting, memory, and the inability to escape from one’s existential predicament.

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Writer                 ✤     Samuel Beckett

Publishers           ✤    Kitab Mahal (Pvt) Ltd , KM

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