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Wild Birds: A Play in Three Acts
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781026086377
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 148
Weight: 0.48
Height: 0.32 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Wild Birds is a poignant three-act tragedy set against the austere and unforgiving backdrop of the American prairie. This compelling drama explores the fragile nature of innocence and the crushing weight of social and familial authority in a rural landscape. The story follows Mazie, a young woman living on a remote farm, whose life is transformed when she encounters Adam, a runaway from a reformatory seeking shelter. As their bond deepens into a desperate love, they find themselves caught between their desire for freedom and the harsh realities of their environment and those who govern it.
Marked by its lyrical dialogue and stark realism, Wild Birds captures the emotional intensity of youth striving for connection in a world defined by labor and discipline. Dan Totheroh masterfully portrays the psychological toll of isolation and the tragic consequences of societal neglect. This work stands as a significant contribution to early 20th-century American theater, offering a timeless reflection on the human spirit's attempt to soar despite the constraints that bind it. Readers and scholars of classic drama will find in Wild Birds a haunting and evocative exploration of the human condition that remains relevant for its emotional depth and structural mastery.
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