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Waiting for Godot

by Samuel Beckett

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Waiting for Godot

In Samuel Beckett's Waiting for Godot, Lucky represents the futility of intellectualism and the human condition. As Pozzo's slave, Lucky symbolizes the absurdity of existence and the constraints of...

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Waiting for Godot

In Samuel Beckett's Waiting for Godot, Vladimir and Estragon's relationship contrasts sharply with that of Pozzo and Lucky. Vladimir and Estragon are equals, united in their absurd task of waiting...

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Waiting for Godot

In Waiting for Godot, the simile "He's puffing like a grampus" is intended to convey how difficult Lucky is finding it to continually carry Pozzo's possessions.

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Waiting for Godot

Lucky in Waiting for Godot is subservient and obedient, often carrying out Pozzo's commands without question. He rarely speaks, but when he does, it's a long, nonsensical monologue. The boy is a...

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Waiting for Godot

In Waiting for Godot, the two tramps, Estragon and Vladimir, represent "human potential" and hope, as they continuously wait for Godot, symbolizing their desire for change. In contrast, Pozzo and...

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Waiting for Godot

In Waiting for Godot, a boy who works for Godot informs Pozzo and Lucky that Godot won't be coming on the first day.

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