Everyman

"Everyman" is a 15th-century morality play that personifies the struggle between good and evil. The main character, Everyman, represents all humanity and is summoned by Death to embark on a journey to account for his life. Along the way, he seeks companionship from various allegorical figures, such as Faith, Good Deeds, and Knowledge, but discovers that only Good Deeds can accompany him in death. The play emphasizes themes of mortality, the importance of living a virtuous life, and the ultimate inevitability of death, encouraging audiences to reflect on their own lives and moral choices.