Les Blancs: The Collected Last Plays: The Drinking Gourd/What Use Are Flowers?
Les Blancs: The Collected Last Plays: The Drinking Gourd/What Use Are Flowers?
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1994
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Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1994261
Play • Fiction
Unspecified African Country • 1960s
1994
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Les Blancs: The Collected Last Plays: The Drinking Gourd/What Use Are Flowers? by Lorraine Hansberry is a compilation featuring two plays. "The Drinking Gourd" explores themes surrounding slavery and freedom, while "What Use Are Flowers?" examines a futuristic society's response to disaster and human nature. These works reflect on complex social issues and humanity's resilience.
Mysterious
Dark
Challenging
Emotional
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Les Blancs: The Collected Last Plays showcases Hansberry's powerful exploration of race and humanity. Critics praise its emotional depth and historical insight. While some find the plays uneven, the collection's thematic richness and strong characterizations are generally celebrated, confirming Hansberry's enduring impact on American theater.
Who Should Read Les Blancs: The Collected Last Plays: The Drinking Gourd/What Use Are Flowers??
A reader fascinated by racial identity, colonialism, and social justice themes would enjoy Les Blancs: The Collected Last Plays. Fans of James Baldwin's The Fire Next Time or Toni Morrison's Beloved may also appreciate Hansberry's thought-provoking narratives and deep exploration of societal issues.
574 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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261
Play • Fiction
Unspecified African Country • 1960s
1994
Adult
18+ years
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