Notes on the August Wilson American Century Cycle

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Notes on Gem of the Ocean for the DCPL study group. December 11, 2022

Notes on Gem of the Ocean for the DCPL study group. December 11, 2022

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Wilson dedicated Gem of the Ocean to his two daughters, Sakina and Azula. To me, that dedication indicated Wilson’s intent that the play be one for future generations, one whose themes and plots would endure and continue to inform readers and theater-goers. Interesting that Wilson wrote eight plays before dedicating one to his children. Also interesting…

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