Advice for the Young at Heart by Roy Williams (English) Paperback Book

Description: Advice for the Young at Heart by Roy Williams Using two simultaneous plots taking place during the 1958 Notting Hill race riots and the riots of 2011, Roy Williams asks how a new generation of teenagers can learn from the mistakes made by a previous generation. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Dont ever be that way, like your brother. No matter what the excuse or provocation, dont be like that. Its 2011 and 1958 and London is rioting. Candice is ordered by her gang-leading boyfriend to lure Clint into a honeytrap. Haunted by her grandfathers mistakes, she stands at a crossroads. Will she do as shes told, or will she learn to be true to herself before history repeats itself? This modern tale for riotous times spans three generations, exploring race, family and misguided loyalty.The riots of 2011 provoked comment on the morality of youth and the codes by which they live. Advice for the Young at Heart digs into the question of whether this is a new phenomenon or one that young people have struggled with for generations. Using two simultaneous plots taking place during the 1958 Notting Hill race riots and the riots of 2011, Roy Williams asks how a new generation of teenagers can learn from the mistakes made by a previous generation. Notes A brand new play from the acclaimed playwright. Author Biography Roy Williams, OBE, worked as an actor before turning to writing full-time in 1990. He is one of the most important contemporary dramatists, with a particular relevance and popularity among young people Review Williams writes with great precision and power, with emotional integrity and a sound ethical sense . . . All in all, this is a moving and thought-provoking show. * Tribune * Promotional Set the 2011 London riots in the context of the riots in Notting Hill, 1958, Advice for the Young at Heart is a brand new play from Roy Williams. Review Quote Williams writes with great precision and power, with emotional integrity and a sound ethical sense . . . All in all, this is a moving and thought-provoking show. Promotional "Headline" Set the 2011 London riots in the context of the riots in Notting Hill, 1958, Advice for the Young at Heart is a brand new play from Roy Williams. Feature An urgent new play by acclaimed playwright Roy Williams, targeted directly at a young audience. With characteristic passion and humour, the play addresses issues connected with generation, family, race and courage. Details ISBN1472528034 Author Roy Williams Year 2013 ISBN-10 1472528034 ISBN-13 9781472528032 Media Book Short Title ADVICE FOR THE YOUNG AT HEART Series Modern Plays Language English DOI CBID181659 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 822.914 Illustrations black & white illustrations Pages 80 Imprint Methuen Drama Format Paperback UK Release Date 2013-09-02 NZ Release Date 2013-09-02 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Publication Date 2013-09-02 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2013-10-29 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:77253579;

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