Wendy Wasserstein

<p><em>Wendy Wasserstein: A Casebook </em>contains in-depth discussions of the playwright's major works including her recent play 1 <em>An American Daughter.</em> Wasserstein's plays and essays are explored within diverse traditions including Jewish storytelling women's writing and classical comedy. Critical perspectives include feminist Bakhtinian and actor/director. Comparisons with other playwrights such as Rachel Crothers Caryl Churchill and Anton Chekhov provide context and understanding. An interview with the playwright and an annotated bibliography are included.</p>