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Exile: A Drama of Christmas Eve
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781025645308
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 36
Weight: 0.14
Height: 0.07 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Exile: A Drama of Christmas Eve is a poignant one-act play by Arthur Doyle that explores themes of isolation, longing, and the transformative power of the holiday season. Set against the atmospheric backdrop of Christmas Eve, the drama unfolds with a focused look at characters grappling with their personal histories and a profound search for belonging. The work captures the emotional depth of a night traditionally associated with homecoming and peace, contrasting these ideals with the internal and external realities of those who feel cast out or forgotten.
This evocative work serves as a compelling character study, utilizing the structural constraints of the one-act format to deliver a concentrated narrative impact. Doyle's dialogue masterfully weaves together the mundane and the profound, highlighting the universal human desire for reconciliation and hope. Exile: A Drama of Christmas Eve stands as a significant contribution to early 20th-century holiday literature, offering a contemplative and serious alternative to more lighthearted festive fare. Its exploration of spiritual and emotional displacement remains deeply relevant, making it an essential read for those interested in historical drama and the evolving traditions of theatrical storytelling.
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