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"Never before, in the entire history of the American theater, has so much of the truth of Black people's lives been seen on the stage," observed James Baldwin shortly before A Raisin in the Sun opened on Broadway in 1959.
This edition presents the fully restored, uncut version of Hansberry's landmark work with an introduction by Robert Nemiroff.
Lorraine Hansberry's award-winning drama about the hopes and aspirations of a struggling,...
This edition presents the fully restored, uncut version of Hansberry's landmark work with an introduction by Robert Nemiroff.
Lorraine Hansberry's award-winning drama about the hopes and aspirations of a struggling,...
4) Hamlet
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English
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Presents the original text of Shakespeare's play side by side with a modern version, discusses the author and the theater of his time, and provides quizzes and other study activities
6) Shoplifters
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
日本語
Description
On the margins of Tokyo, a dysfunctional band of outsiders are united by fierce loyalty, a penchant for petty theft, and playful grifting. When the young son is arrested, secrets are exposed that upend their tenuous, below-the-radar existence.
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
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Centered on characters who share the same birthday, the story follows several decades in the lives of Jack and Rebecca Pearson. As the plot unfolds, it traverses numerous timelines, and intertwines the stories of people whose lives connect in unexpected ways. Filled with memorable performances from its acclaimed cast, it is a smart, poignant dramedy.
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
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Lauren and her best friend Colleen think they have landed their dream job, giving people the best and most magical Christmas ever as their personal "Christmas Coaches." This holiday season promises to be their biggest ever when they land a royal client. When Lauren meets James, the eldest son, he wants nothing to do with planning Christmas as he's busy negotiating a big acquisition for his father's company. But Lauren won't be thwarted in helping...
13) Drunk Parents
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
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Two parents attempt to hide their ever increasing financial difficulties from their daughter and social circle through elaborate neighborhood schemes.
Pub. Date
c2003
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English
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"Richard, Keri and six-year old Jenna are a loving family helping to make ends meet. Keri learns about a caretaker position in one of the grand old homes in town and persuades Richard to accompany her on the interview. Although stately homeowner, Mary Parkin, seems a bit aloof, she likes the young couple and offers them the position. Keri, Jenna and Mary become good friends, but Richard spends long hours hard at work and grows more distant. When he...
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Just days before Christmas, 1983, the Oliverio family readies an Italian tradition stretching back to the old country. Amidst the festivities, Tony Oliverio, a young man with big dreams and an even bigger heart, is yearning to find love. When he meets the gorgeous Ivy Leaguer Beth, romance blossoms, and it looks like Tony's holiday might make a turn for the better! But their budding romance faces some serious obstacles, including his Great Grandma,...
17) Greenland
Pub. Date
[2021]
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English
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When humanity worldwide is in danger of being wiped out by an impending catastrophe, John Garrity has four days to secure his wife Allison and his son Nathan. While chaos reigns widely, John has to rush against the clock to take his loved ones in New York to a secret military bunker in Greenland. -- Provided by publisher.
As cities around the world are being destroyed by a comet, a family races against time to reach a possible safe haven.
19) Maybe I do
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Michelle and Allen are considering the "big" next step in their relationship, marriage. When they invite their parents to finally meet, it turns out the parents already know one another quite well, which leads to wildly differing opinions about the value of tying the knot.
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
When Zane and Jeannette return from their honeymoon ready to celebrate Christmas, they find an unexpected guest waiting for them throwing a wrench into their plans. And when the paparazzi get involved, things get even more complicated. Their first family Christmas is already full of surprises.
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