Memory of Water, Students Ed

The Memory of Water was Shelagh Stephenson’s first play, opening in London in 1996, and was awarded the prestigious Olivier Award for Best Comedy.

Three sisters meet on the eve of their mother’s funeral; as the conflicts of the past converge, everyday lies and tensions reveal the particular patterns and strains of family relationships. Along with the full text of the play, this Student Edition features an introduction that includes a plot summary and a discussion of the themes, characters, structure, language, style and production history of the play. Notes on words and phrases in the text, questions for further study and a bibliography provide students with everything they need to study and appreciate this award-winning play.