Revolutionary Women: A Lauren Gunderson Play Collection: Emilie: La Marquise du Chatelet Defends Her Life Tonight; The Revolutionists; Ada and the Engine; Silent Sky; Natural Shocks

Discover the remarkable stories of women who have shaped history in Lauren Gunderson's collection of plays, "Revolutionary Women." These plays celebrate the power, resilience, and indomitable spirit of these trailblazing women from various eras, offering a unique perspective on modern American feminism, science, and the heartful heroine.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 16 November 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Discover the remarkable strength, resilience, and unwavering spirit of women who have left their mark on history. In her debut collection of works, Lauren Gunderson showcases why she has emerged as one of America's most celebrated playwrights. Through the captivating narratives of trailblazing women from diverse eras, Gunderson offers a unique and essential perspective on modern American feminism, the profound humanism of science, and the indomitable power of the heartfelt heroine.

Emilie: La Marquise Du Châtelet Defends Her Life Tonight: Passionate. Vivid. Defiant. Tonight, in the 18th century, the brilliant scientific genius Emilie du Châtelet returns, driven by a burning desire to answer the question that consumed her until her last breath: love or philosophy, head or heart? The Revolutionists: Playwright Olympe de Gouges, assassin Charlotte Corday, former queen (and avid ribbon enthusiast) Marie-Antoinette, and Caribbean rebel Marianne Angelle gather together in the tumultuous Paris of 1793. They plot to assassinate Marat, face the consequences of their actions, and struggle against the extremist insanity that permeates the city.

Ada and the Engine: Set in 1830, the story unfolds as fiery, brilliant Ada Lovelace pens the very first computer program for her friend and mentor, Charles Babbage. They communicate in a language of numbers, envisioning a world where computing machines redefine the possibilities. However, it is Ada who dreams of a future where these machines can produce music. Silent Sky: Based on the true tale of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt, this play takes place against a backdrop of fierce sisterly love, early feminism, groundbreaking science, romance, revelation, and a time when humans were referred to as "computers." Natural Shocks: In this one-woman tour-de-force, Angela, a witty and wild individual, finds herself alone in her basement, bracing herself for an imminent tornado. In such a stark situation, it is only natural that secrets emerge, confessions overflow, and a reckoning is on the horizon. Introduced and contextualized by the dramaturg, these captivating stories offer a profound exploration of the human experience, challenging societal norms, and celebrating the indomitable spirit of women who have shaped history.

Weight: 440g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350401587