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Funny Story by Henry, Emily
Funny Story
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ∙ A shimmering, joyful novel about a pair of opposites with the wrong thing in common, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Emily Henry. A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF 2024 Named a Must-Read Book of 2024...
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The Women by Hannah, Kristin
The Women
A #1 bestseller on The New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times! From the celebrated author of The Nightingale and The Four Winds comes Kristin Hannah's The Women--at once an intimate portrait of coming of age in a dangerous time...
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  • Blue Mountain Rose: A Novel in Five Acts by Hammonds, Julie
    Blue Mountain Rose: A Novel in Five Acts
    This clever novel ... should become a book club favorite. -BlueInk Starred Review A love letter to theatre ... a fantastic escape! -Austin Tichenor, Reduced Shakespeare Company You're invited to attend opening night at the 2009 Blue Mountain Rose production of The Tragedy of...
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  • Bacchae and Other Plays: Iphigenia Among the Taurians; Bacchae; Iphigenia at Aulis; Rhesus by Euripides
    Bacchae and Other Plays: Iphigenia Among the Taurians; Bacchae; Iphigenia at Aulis; Rhesus
    The four plays newly translated for this volume are among Euripides most exciting works. Iphigenia among the Taurians is a story of escape contrasting Greek and barbarian civilization, set on the Black Sea at the edge of the known world. Bacchae, a profound exploration...
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  • A Tree Is Nice: A Caldecott Award Winner by Udry, Janice May
    A Tree Is Nice: A Caldecott Award Winner
    Winner of the Caldecott Medal"A radiant and buoyant picture book." --The Horn BookA Tree Is Nice is a classic tale about the beauty of the everyday world. "Simont's watercolors perfectly complement the poetic simplicity of the text, allowing the reader room to engage in...
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  • A Raisin in the Sun by Hansberry, Lorraine
    A Raisin in the Sun
    "The Broadway revival of 'A Raisin in the Sun' was produced by Scott Rudin at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on April 3, 2014. The production was directed by Kenny Leon, with set design by Mark Thompson..."--Page [9].Author: Lorraine HansberryPublisher: Concord TheatricalsPublished: 02/10/2010Pages: 162Binding Type:...
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  • Antigone: A New Translation by Sophocles
    Antigone: A New Translation
    The most celebrated plays of ancient Athens--Sophocles's seven surviving works--in vivid and dynamic new translations. ANTIGONE, translated by award-winning poet Robert Bagg, is one of seven plays Harper Perennial has published as beautifully designed, stand-alone editions.Powerfully portraying the clash between civic and familial duty--between...
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  • An Enemy of the People by Ibsen, Henrik
    An Enemy of the People
    Amy Herzog's streamlined adaptation of the Ibsen classic is a vibrant and compelling theatrical experience. A small-town doctor considers himself a proud, upstanding member of his close-knit community. When he discovers a catastrophe that risks the lives of everyone in town, he raises the...
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  • All's Well That Ends Well by Shakespeare, William
    All's Well That Ends Well
    The authoritative edition of All's Well That Ends Well from The Folger Shakespeare Library, the trusted and widely used Shakespeare series for students and general readers. Shakespeare's All's Well That Ends Well is the story of its heroine, Helen, more so than the story...
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  • All My Sons by Miller, Arthur
    All My Sons
    A Penguin Classic Joe Keller and Steve Deever, partners in a machine shop during World War II, turned out defective airplane parts, causing the deaths of many men. Deever was sent to prison while Keller escaped punishment and went back to business, making himself...
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  • 10-Minute Plays for Kids by Harbison, Lawrence
    10-Minute Plays for Kids
    In 10-Minute Plays for Kids, young thespians will find terrific plays by some of our most prominent playwrights - such as Sharyn Rothstein, Alex Broun, Jenny Lyn Bader, Claudia I. Haas, and Mark Harvey Levine, and by others less well known but equally terrific...
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  • Sophocles' Antigone by Rayor, Diane J.
    Sophocles' Antigone
    Sophocles' Antigone comes alive in this new translation that will be useful for both academic study and stage production. Diane Rayor's accurate yet accessible translation reflects the play's inherent theatricality. She provides an analytical introduction and comprehensive notes, and the edition includes an essay...
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  • Fun Home by Tesori, Jeanine
    Fun Home
    "Based on the graphic novel by Alison Bechdel."Author: Jeanine Tesori,Lisa Kron,Alison BechdelPublisher: Concord TheatricalsPublished: 08/01/2015Pages: 78Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.19lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.16dISBN: 9780573704574
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  • Arcadia by Stoppard, Tom
    Arcadia
    "It is a defect of God's humor that he directs our hearts everywhere but to those who have a right to them."--Tom Stoppard, ArcadiaIn a large country house in Derbyshire in April 1809 sits Lady Thomasina Coverly, aged thirteen, and her tutor, Septimus Hodge....
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  • The Tidings Brought to Mary by Claudel, Paul
    The Tidings Brought to Mary
    HAB is happy to re-propose after many years Paul Claudel's play The Tidings Brought to Mary, a play in a translation by Louise Morgan Sill. A significant introduction by Luigi Giussani, founder of the Catholic lay ecclesial movement of Communion and Liberation, helps the...
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  • The Tempest: The New Oxford Shakespeare by Shakespeare, William
    The Tempest: The New Oxford Shakespeare
    'How beauteous mankind is! O brave new worldThat has such people in't!' Performed variously as escapist fantasy, celebratory fiction, and political allegory, The Tempest is one of the plays in which Shakespeare's genius as a poetic dramatist found its fullest expression. Significantly, it was...
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  • Oleanna: A Play by Mamet, David
    Oleanna: A Play
    In a terrifyingly short time, a male college instructor and his female student descend from a discussion of her grades into a modern reprise of the Inquisition. Innocuous remarks suddenly turn damning. Socratic dialogue gives way to heated assault. And the relationship between a...
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  • Oedipus Kolonos PB by Sophocles
    Oedipus Kolonos PB
    Among the most celebrated plays of ancient Athens, Oedipus at Kolonos is one of seven surviving dramas by the great Greek playwright, Sophocles, now available from Harper Perennial in a vivid and dynamic new translation by award-winning poet Robert Bagg. Oedipus at Kolonos continues...
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  • Norma Jeane Baker of Troy by Carson, Anne
    Norma Jeane Baker of Troy
    Norma Jeane Baker of Troy is a meditation on the destabilizing and destructive power of beauty, drawing together Helen of Troy and Marilyn Monroe, twin avatars of female fascination separated by millennia but united in mythopoeic force. Norma Jeane Baker was staged in the...
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  • Mother Courage and Her Children by Brecht, Bertolt
    Mother Courage and Her Children
    Widely considered one of the great dramatic creations of the modem stage, Mother Courage and Her Children is Bertolt Brecht's most passionate and profound statement against war. Set in the seventeenth century, the play follows Anna Fierling ("Mother Courage"), an itinerant trader, as she...
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  • Hamlet: No Fear Shakespeare Graphic Novels by Shakespeare, William
    Hamlet: No Fear Shakespeare Graphic Novels
    NOW IN COLOR! Read Hamlet in graphic-novel form--with NO FEAR! Based on the No Fear Shakespeare modern translations, this dynamic graphic novel--now with fully-colored illustrations--brings Hamlet's agony and revenge to life. The illustrations are distinctively offbeat and sure to appeal to today's teens. The...
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  • Duo!: The Best Scenes for Two for the 21st Century by Henry, Joyce
    Duo!: The Best Scenes for Two for the 21st Century
    Spotlighting the best of Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional, and experimental writings since 2000, Duo!: The Best Scenes for Two for the 21st Century offers bravura pieces for performance, acting class, and study. Culled from the work of over 100 playwrights - veterans as well as...
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The best drama books captivate readers with their rich narratives and compelling characters, making them essential reads for anyone interested in the power of storytelling.

For adults seeking profound and engaging reads, some of the best drama books include "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee. This classic novel addresses themes of racial injustice and moral growth through the eyes of a young girl in the Deep South. Another notable title is "The Goldfinch" by Donna Tartt, a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel that delves into themes of loss, identity, and the transformative power of art.

Good drama books often explore intricate relationships and personal struggles. "The Glass Menagerie" by Tennessee Williams is a seminal work in drama literature that portrays the delicate dynamics within a troubled family. Similarly, "Death of a Salesman" by Arthur Miller offers a poignant examination of the American Dream and personal failure.

For readers who enjoy a blend of drama and romance, romance drama books such as "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen provide a rich narrative filled with emotional depth and societal critique. Another excellent choice is "Outlander" by Diana Gabaldon, which combines historical drama with a compelling romance.

Finding these treasures is easy with online bookstores. Booksdeli.com offers a vast selection of the best books to read, including best-selling drama books and timeless classics. Whether you're seeking a dramatic tale of personal struggle, a poignant family drama, or a romance with emotional intensity, BooksDeli.com makes it easy to find the perfect book to suit your tastes.

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Q. What are some of the best drama books for adults?

A. Some of the best drama books for adults include "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, which tackles themes of racial injustice and moral development, and "The Goldfinch" by Donna Tartt, a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel that explores loss, identity, and art. Another notable title is "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy, which presents a gripping post-apocalyptic narrative.

Q. What are considered good drama books?

A. Good drama books are characterized by their emotional depth and complex characters. Notable examples include "The Glass Menagerie" by Tennessee Williams, which depicts family dynamics and personal struggles, and "Death of a Salesman" by Arthur Miller, a powerful exploration of the American Dream and personal failure.

Q. Are there any notable books that blend drama with romance?

A. Yes, romance drama books such as "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen and "Outlander" by Diana Gabaldon offer a combination of dramatic tension and romantic elements. "Pride and Prejudice" is a classic that examines social norms and personal growth, while "Outlander" combines historical drama with a compelling love story.

Q. Where can I find the best drama books to read?

A. You can find a wide selection of the best drama books to read at booksdeli.com. Our online bookstore offers a vast array of best-selling drama books and timeless classics, making it easy to discover new and engaging reads.

Q. What makes a book a good drama in literature?

A. A good drama in literature is characterized by its exploration of complex emotions and conflicts, well-developed characters, and a compelling narrative. These books often delve into personal struggles, societal issues, and moral dilemmas, providing readers with a profound and impactful reading experience.

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