Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? by Edward Albee – Revised Play

Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Edward Albee | Revised Ed.

Edward Albee's classic American drama, revised paperback edition. Dark comedy on marriage, illusion & truth. 272 pages. Used – Very Good.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

A Landmark of Modern American Theatre

Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? is Edward Albee's celebrated dark comedy about marriage, illusion, and the destructive games people play with one another.

During one intense evening, college professor George and his wife Martha invite a younger couple, Nick and Honey, into their home for drinks. What begins as an uncomfortable social gathering rapidly develops into a night of verbal battles, psychological manipulation, and increasingly dangerous revelations.

Dangerous Games Behind Closed Doors

With razor-sharp dialogue and devastating humor, Albee gradually strips away the characters' social pretenses. As George and Martha turn their private conflicts into entertainment, their guests become unwilling participants in a complicated struggle between truth and illusion. By the end of the evening, a stunning revelation transforms everything the characters—and the reader—believed to be true.

Why This Play Remains Essential

• A defining work of twentieth-century American drama
• Brilliantly sharp and confrontational dialogue
• A complex portrait of marriage and emotional dependence
• Dark comedy mixed with psychological drama
• Themes of truth, illusion, power, and disappointment
• Four unforgettable characters
• Revised by Edward Albee
• Ideal for reading, theatre study, or performance analysis

Perfect For
Readers of classic American drama · Theatre students and performers · Fans of dark comedy · Readers interested in complex relationships · Literature and drama courses · Collectors of important modern plays · Fans of psychologically intense stories

About the Author

Edward Albee was an influential American playwright whose works explored identity, relationships, and the tension between truth and illusion. His major plays include The Zoo Story, A Delicate Balance, Seascape, and Three Tall Women. Three of his works received Pulitzer Prizes, while Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? received the New York Drama Critics' Circle Award for Best Play.

Book Details

• Edition: Revised by the Author
• Publisher/Imprint: NAL
• Publication Date: August 1, 2006
• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 272 pages
• Genres: Drama, Dark Comedy, American Literature, Theatre
• Condition: Used – Very Good

Condition Statement

Used – Very Good: This pre-owned paperback is in very good condition. It may show light signs of previous handling, such as minor wear on the cover, spine, or edges. The pages remain clean and readable, and the binding is secure. Please review the product images for its exact condition.