Sweet Bird of Youth Summary

Summary

Act 1, scene 1
Sweet Bird of Youth opens in a hotel room in St. Cloud, Florida. In bed are Princess Kosmonopolis (the alias...

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What motifs/symbols are present in Sweet Bird of Youth?

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Has anyone got quotations on symbolism in Sweet Bird Of Youth or quotes in general on the play?

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