Everyman

by William B. Strickland

The English morality play "Everyman" was printed in 1475 but may be much older. It was a popular play in many countries, and there are versions in many other languages--no one really knows which came first. This modern English version tightens the action and preserves the linguistic playfulness and the philosophical seriousness of the original. Permission is granted for any performances of this version of the play.

30 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 14, 2010

Reviews

[Emma · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm finding the rhyming and too modern language very annoying. Will either try an old more original version or the one by Caroline Duffy. This is just irritating.

[Jane]

A wonderful read, a meditation on how to face one's own death. Solemn and funny by turns, the play shows that of all Everyman's treasured family, friends and possessions, only Good Deeds will accompany him to the final judgement.