Passion under the Beeches and Other Plays

By the end of the 1920s, Eugene O'Neill had become the leading American playwright. His plays impressed audiences with bold ideas, life-like plots, and depth, while the relevant social and timeless philosophical issues raised by the author could not leave the public indifferent. Due to his innovative approach, he was deemed, according to critic John Gassner, the creator of American naturalistic drama. Another renowned theater critic, George Jean Nathan, wrote that “no one compares to O'Neill in his ability to delve into character, in understanding people, and in recognizing the stage and its possibilities.” This collection includes selected works by Eugene O'Neill, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning plays “Beyond the Horizon” and “Anna Christie.”