"Play" (book)

"Play" is a one-act play by Samuel Beckett that explores the themes of memory, regret, and the passage of time. It features three characters who are deceased and lie inside urns, reflecting on their past lives and relationships. Through witty and poetic dialogue, the play examines how the characters' histories and identities are shaped by their experiences and the way they choose to remember or forget their actions. With minimal staging and a focus on language, "Play" offers a profound meditation on human existence, mortality, and the elusive nature of truth.