The Real Thing
by Tom Stoppard
Buy on AmazonThe Real Thing is a play by Tom Stoppard that was first performed in 1982. The play focuses on the relationship between Henry and Annie, an actress and member of a group fighting to free Brodie, a Scottish soldier imprisoned for burning a memorial wreath during a protest.
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"It is my favorite thing I've ever read and may very well be my favorite thing I'll ever read. I'll never forget sitting in the audience with my mother, the first time I saw it performed. I felt like I stepped outside of my skin."
By the Book: Laura Dave · nytimes.com