The illusion
Tony Kushner
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The illusion
by Tony Kushner
Published
1994
Publisher
Theatre Communications Group
Pages
83
ISBN-10
1559360895
Description
Freely adapted by playwright Tony Kushner, The Illusion triumphs as a thoroughly modern rendering of Pierre Corneille's neoclassical French comedy, L'Illusion Comique. Already a favorite of theatres throughout the country, this adaptation offers readers the exquisite wordplay, beguiling comedy and fierce intelligence found in all of Kushner's work. The Illusion follows a contrite father, Pridamant, seeking news of his prodigal son from the sorcerer Alcandre. The magician conjures three episodes from the young man's life. Inexplicably, each scene finds the boy in a slightly different world: names change, allegiances shift and fairy-tale simplicity evolves into elegant tragedy. Pridamant watches, enthralled by the boy's struggles, but only as the strange tale reaches its conclusion does the father confront the ultimate - and unexpected - truth about his son. An enchanting argument for the power of theatrical imagination over reality, The Illusion weaves obsession and caprice, romance and murder, fact and fiction, into an enticing exploration of the greatest illusion of all - love.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The illusion?
This edition of The illusion has approximately 83 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The illusion?
For most readers, The illusion typically takes between 1h 44m and 1h 9m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 20,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 23m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 3 days • Estimated word count: 20,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The illusion?
The estimated word count for The illusion is approximately 20,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The illusion?
The illusion was written by Tony Kushner.
When was The illusion published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1994. The original work may have been published on a different date.