A RAISIN IN THE SUN

Book Details

• Author: Lorraine Hansberry

• Publisher: Bloomsbury

• Language: English

• Edition: [Not Specified]

• ISBN: 9789388038584

• Pages: 250

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions:

  • 7.6 x 4.8 x 0.7 inches

About The Book

The Student Edition of A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry is a groundbreaking play that holds a critical place in the history of American theater. First produced in 1959, this classic civil rights drama is widely regarded as one of the most powerful portrayals of the black American experience.

Key features of this edition include:

• Historical Context: The play takes place in 1950s South Side Chicago, where the characters' struggles and dreams reflect the broader fight for equality and human rights during the civil rights movement.

• Themes of Struggle and Hope: Centered around Walter Lee, a black chauffeur who dreams of using his father's life insurance money to open a liquor store, the play explores themes of race, aspiration, and the search for a better life.

• Groundbreaking Achievement: A Raisin in the Sun was the first play written by a black woman to be produced on Broadway, making Lorraine Hansberry the youngest and first black writer to receive the New York Drama Critics Circle Award.

• In-Depth Analysis: This Student Edition features detailed annotations, including scene-by-scene summaries, commentary on the dramatic, social, and political context, as well as insights on themes, characters, language, and structure.

• Additional Learning Tools: The edition also provides suggested readings, questions for further study, and a review of the play’s performance history, making it a great resource for both students and enthusiasts of American theater.

The Raisin in the Sun is a timeless reflection of the American dream, the human struggle for dignity, and the complexity of society, making it an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the transformative power of theater.