"A Streetcar Named Desire" by Tennessee Williams

By: Tennessee Williams (Author), Arthur Miller (Introduction)

This New Directions Paperbook edition of Tennessee Williams' classic play, A Streetcar Named Desire, is the perfect choice for readers looking for the best in drama literature. It is easy to understand and read, providing great value for money and overall satisfaction.

Key Features:

New Directions Paperbook's A Streetcar Named Desire is an iconic play by Tennessee Williams. This Pulitzer Prize-winning work is a timeless classic that has captivated audiences since its 1947 debut. Set in New Orleans, the story follows the struggles of Blanche DuBois as she attempts to make a new life for herself. With its memorable characters, vivid setting, and powerful themes of love and loss, A Streetcar Named Desire is sure to move and inspire readers. Pick up this classic today and experience the brilliance of Tennessee Williams for yourself.
92
B2B Rating
12 reviews

Review rating details

Value for money
92
Print quality
97
Overall satisfaction
94
Genre
78
Easy to understand
81
Easy to read
90

Details of "A Streetcar Named Desire" by Tennessee Williams

  • Dimensions ‏ ‎: 5.2 x 0.6 x 8 inches
  • Best Sellers Rank: #2 in Drama Literary Criticism#283 in Classic Literature & Fiction#719 in Literary Fiction
  • Lexile measure ‏ ‎: NP0L
  • ISBN-13 ‏ ‎: 978-0811216029
  • Publisher ‏ ‎: New Directions; unknown edition
  • Literary Fiction (Books): Literary Fiction
  • Drama Literary Criticism: Drama Literary Criticism
  • Language ‏ ‎: English
  • ASIN ‏ ‎: 0811216020
  • Paperback ‏ ‎: 224 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ ‎: 9780811216029
  • Classic Literature & Fiction: Classic Literature & Fiction
  • Customer Reviews: 4.6/5 stars of 2,069 ratings
  • Item Weight ‏ ‎: 7 ounces

Comments

Diego: As a student, "A Streetcar Named Desire" (this paperbook edition) has been a captivating exploration. The characters' intricate personalities and the play's poetic writing style create a thought-provoking journey. The edition's annotations and essays amplify the experience, fostering deeper insights into its timeless themes. It's a must-read that has enriched my understanding of human complexities and societal dynamics. Even if you are not a student and looking for an interesting read, I simply cannot recommend this enough.

United States on Aug 14, 2023

Aldrene CristobalAldrene Cristobal: Really grateful for this to come in really fast! The quality is good too! There’s just a really tiny flaw from the cover, but the prints and pages are all complete, and that’s what really matters. All in all, LOVE IT! ❤️

Canada on Mar 04, 2023

Taha Gulamhusein: good value

Canada on Mar 03, 2023

Amber James: I was pleasantly surprised at how much i enjoyed this play. I had to read it for class, so I expected it to be boring. The drama in this play and the themes is explores cause its very interesting.

United States on Jan 09, 2023

Yoli: son enjoued it for his summer reading

United States on Sep 04, 2022

Roger D.: A book requirement for a college class. It was an interesting book. It made me think of "One flew over the cukoos nest" Very similar in some ways to me, especially the ending.

United States on May 23, 2021

So G.: Tous les goûts sont dans la nature.

Canada on Dec 27, 2019

Douglas Ford: Used for teaching English Literature. Most people should be familiar with the play.

Canada on Oct 18, 2019

fra7299: There’s a strong drive and passion in many of the characters in A Streetcar Named Desire. A definite rawness in emotion and complexity is within many of the scenes and situations.

I had read A Streetcar Named Desire once before, but never really caught on at how so much is working underneath the surface of the dialogue. In many estimations, Blanche is a character deeply rooted in pathos and tragedy. Her vision of what the world should be, as opposed to what it truly is, is at the center of her unhinging. Arriving to her sister’s apartment in New Orleans, she has taken a leave of absence from her teaching, and there are more undercurrent issues that have taken hold of her, most notably losing Belle Reve, their childhood home. At her opposite, Stanley, Stella’s husband, represents the brute, harsh, realities of the world.

I think that, in many respects, Williams creates an intensity that builds as the play moves forward until the dramatic final scene. There is a power in Stanley and Blanche’s confrontations, especially in the final scenes as we learn more and more about Blanche’s past. These moments are written so eloquently, so human, clearly by someone who...

United States on May 30, 2016

Lina Mae: It's great, but this book is the theatrical play, not the screenplay.

Canada on Oct 06, 2015



"A Streetcar Named Desire" by Tennessee Williams The Wit and Wisdom of Oscar Wilde: The Importance of Being Earnest and Other Plays Uncovering the Creative Process Behind Broadway Musicals: A Look at the Making of American Musical Theatre
"A Streetcar Named Desire" by Tennessee Williams The Wit and Wisdom of Oscar Wilde: The Importance of Being Earnest and Other Plays Uncovering the Creative Process Behind Broadway Musicals: A Look at the Making of American Musical Theatre
B2B Rating
92
97
95
Sale off $3 OFF $5 OFF
Total Reviews 12 reviews 53 reviews 19 reviews
Dimensions ‏ ‎ 5.2 x 0.6 x 8 inches 5.1 x 0.77 x 7.76 inches 5.45 x 0.85 x 8.25 inches
Best Sellers Rank #2 in Drama Literary Criticism#283 in Classic Literature & Fiction#719 in Literary Fiction #362 in British & Irish Literature#373 in British & Irish Dramas & Plays#8,927 in Classic Literature & Fiction #49 in Drama Literary Criticism#51 in Broadway & Musicals #62 in Musicals
Lexile measure ‏ ‎ NP0L NP0L
ISBN-13 ‏ ‎ 978-0811216029 978-0140436068 978-0374536893
Publisher ‏ ‎ New Directions; unknown edition Penguin Classics Sarah Crichton Books; Reprint edition
Literary Fiction (Books) Literary Fiction
Drama Literary Criticism Drama Literary Criticism Drama Literary Criticism
Language ‏ ‎ English English English
ASIN ‏ ‎ 0811216020
Paperback ‏ ‎ 224 pages 464 pages 336 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ ‎ 9780811216029 0140436065 0374536899
Classic Literature & Fiction Classic Literature & Fiction Classic Literature & Fiction
Customer Reviews 4.6/5 stars of 2,069 ratings 4.5/5 stars of 4,542 ratings 4.6/5 stars of 509 ratings
Item Weight ‏ ‎ 7 ounces 11.3 ounces 9.6 ounces
Before you spend your money, check out our reviews. Every time.
Best2buy Newsletter
Don’t miss out on the hottest seasonal and trendy products. Subscribe to our newsletter today.
Don’t miss out on the hottest seasonal and trendy products. Subscribe to our newsletter today.