The Family Reunion (Cyclopedia of Literary Places)
At a glance:
- Author: T. S. Eliot
- First Published: 1939
- Type of Work: Drama
- Type of Plot: Symbolic realism
- Time of Work: Twentieth century
- Genres: Drama, Verse drama
- Subjects: Family or family life, Murder or homicide, Twentieth century, Ghosts or apparitions, England or English people, Death or dying, Good and evil
- Locales: England
Places Discussed
Wishwood. English home of Amy, Dowager Lady Monchensey, and the location for the planned meeting for a family reunion. The name implies that Amy has tried hard to make the wishes of her children and herself come true, even though she has faced significant opposition. Even her effort to organize the family reunion is doomed to disaster. The play is set in late March, so no flowers are in bloom to adorn the tables. Amy’s son John overdrinks and has an automobile accident that prevents his attendance at the reunion. Harry, Amy’s oldest son and the heir...
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