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Loot - (Modern Classics) by Joe Orton (Paperback) - 1 of 1

Loot - (Modern Classics) by Joe Orton (Paperback)

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Highlights

  • A black farce masterpiece, Loot follows the fortunes of two young thieves, Hal and Dennis.
  • Author(s): Joe Orton
  • 96 Pages
  • Drama, European
  • Series Name: Modern Classics

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About the Book



One of the most enduring comedies of the modern British stage



Book Synopsis



A black farce masterpiece, Loot follows the fortunes of two young thieves, Hal and Dennis. Dennis is a hearse driver for an undertaker. They have robbed the bank next door to the funeral parlour and have returned to Hal's home to hide-out with the loot. Hal's mother has just died and the pair put the money in her coffin, hiding the body elsewhere in the house. With the arrival of Inspector Truscott, the thickened plot turns topsy-turvy. Playing with all the conventions of popular farce, Orton creates a world gone mad and examines in detail English attitudes at mid-century. The play has been called a Freudian nightmare, which sports with superstitions about death - and life. It is regularly produced in professional and amateur productions.
First produced in London in 1966, LOOT was hailed as "the most genuinely quick-witted, pungent and sprightly entertainment by a new, young British playwright for a decade" (Sunday Telegraph)

Dimensions (Overall): 7.7 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)
Weight: .2 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 96
Genre: Drama
Sub-Genre: European
Series Title: Modern Classics
Publisher: Methuen Drama
Theme: English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh
Format: Paperback
Author: Joe Orton
Language: English
Street Date: February 1, 1967
TCIN: 1011230739
UPC: 9780413451804
Item Number (DPCI): 247-03-8530
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Q: When was Loot first produced?

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  • A: Loot was first produced in London in 1966, marking its debut on the stage.

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Q: What is the main theme of the book Loot?

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  • A: The book explores themes of crime, death, and the absurdity of life through a comedic lens.

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Q: Who are the main characters in Loot?

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  • A: The main characters are Hal and Dennis, two young thieves navigating a chaotic situation.

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Q: What genre does Loot belong to?

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  • A: Loot is classified as a black farce and a drama, specifically within European literature.

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Q: What makes Loot a significant play in British theatre?

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  • A: Loot is considered a significant play for its witty dialogue and critique of mid-century English attitudes.

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