{"product_id":"9781848425767","title":"Things I Know To Be True (NHB Modern Plays)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThings I Know To Be True\u003c\/strong\u003e by Andrew Bovell is a poignant exploration of family dynamics, love, and the complexities of self-identity. Set against the backdrop of a suburban landscape, the play delves into the lives of the Price family as they navigate the delicate balance between parental expectations and personal desires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrative begins with Bob and Fran, whose deep love for each other is tested as they confront the realities of raising four adult children. Each character grapples with their own struggles, revealing the often-unspoken tensions that lie beneath the surface of familial bonds. As the story unfolds, the Price siblings—each with their unique aspirations and disappointments—must confront their past and the shadows of their upbringing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentity:\u003c\/strong\u003e The play poignantly examines how individuals forge their own identities in the face of parental influence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLove and Sacrifice:\u003c\/strong\u003e It highlights the nuances of love within a family and the sacrifices made for one another.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection and Disconnection:\u003c\/strong\u003e The characters experience both profound connections and painful disconnections, reflecting the complexities of human relationships.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBovell’s writing style is both lyrical and grounded, seamlessly blending moments of humour with deep emotional resonance. Readers who appreciate intricate family dramas, such as \u003cstrong\u003eAugust: Osage County\u003c\/strong\u003e by Tracy Letts or \u003cstrong\u003eDeath of a Salesman\u003c\/strong\u003e by Arthur Miller, will find much to admire in this compelling work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n    \"A rich tapestry of love, loss, and the search for belonging.\"\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Nick Hern Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53477762466124,"sku":"9781848425767","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781848425767_front.webp?v=1765303060","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/products\/9781848425767","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}