“Anybody who thinks there's nothing wrong with this world needs to have his head examined. Just when things are going all right, without fail someone or something will come along and spoil everything. Somebody should write that down as a fundamental law of the Universe. The principle of perpetual disappointment. If there is a God who created this world, he should scrap it and try again.”
This book compiles various plays that are centered around the city of Port Elizabeth, exploring its culture, history, and social dynamics through dramatic narratives. more
Athol Fugard is a renowned South African playwright known for his profound portrayals of life under apartheid in South Africa. His works often focus on social injustice and individual struggles, earning him acclaim from audiences and critics alike. more
“I could stare at you for a lifetime. It would never grow old." "Even when I'm old?" "Even then.”
“What is life without laughter?”