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72. A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams and contemporary novels with plenty of drama

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Exploring 'A Streetcar Named Desire' in Modern Education

This chapter examines the cultural significance of Tennessee Williams' 'A Streetcar Named Desire' and its relevance in high school education, debating its place in theater versus English classrooms. The speakers analyze contemporary novels like 'Luster' by Raven Leilani and 'Conversations with Friends' by Sally Rooney, exploring their thematic connections to the play and the complexities of character relationships.

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