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The Wedding
drama· Moldova

The Wedding

by Ion Druță
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1964Romanian
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About This Book

The Wedding by Ion Druță is a landmark work of drama, first published in 1964. Ion Druță's 'The Wedding' is a celebrated drama that delves into the intricacies of human relationships and societal expectations. Through its compelling characters and emotional depth, the play explores themes of love, duty, and the clash between tradition and modernity. Druță's masterful storytelling and keen social insights have made this work a cornerstone of Moldovan theater. Themes of love, duty, tradition vs modernity run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorIon Druță
Published1964
Country of Origin🇲🇩 Moldova
LanguageRomanian
Categorydrama
Editorial Score30/100
Country of Origin

🇲🇩 Moldova

This book is part of Moldova's rich literary tradition.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Wedding about?

Ion Druță's 'The Wedding' is a celebrated drama that delves into the intricacies of human relationships and societal expectations. Through its compelling characters and emotional depth, the play explores themes of love, duty, and the clash between tradition and modernity. Druță's masterful storytelling and keen social insights have made this work a cornerstone of Moldovan theater.

Who wrote The Wedding?

The Wedding was written by Ion Druță, from Moldova. First published in 1964.

What awards has The Wedding won?

The Wedding has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is The Wedding worth reading?

The Wedding is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in love, duty, tradition vs modernity.

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What category is The Wedding?

The Wedding is classified as drama.

What country is The Wedding from?

The Wedding originates from Moldova's literary tradition. Explore more books from Moldova on our country page.

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