The Glass Menagerie

"The Glass Menagerie" is a memory play by Tennessee Williams that explores the struggles of a fragile family in 1930s St. Louis. It centers on Tom, the narrator, who feels trapped by his responsibilities to his overbearing mother, Amanda, and his emotionally delicate sister, Laura. Amanda clings to memories of her youth and dreams of a better life for her children, while Laura finds solace in her collection of glass animals. The play emphasizes themes of love, memory, and the elusive nature of dreams, ultimately revealing the tension between aspirations and harsh realities.