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by Eugene Ionesco

The study guide on Rhinoceros contains a biography of Eugene Ionesco, 100 quiz questions, major themes, a complete list of characters, and a full summary and analysis.

Rhinoceros is a captivating, critically acclaimed commentary on what is absurd about human nature. Like the abstract artists of the early 20th century, Ionesco abstracts reality to comedic and terrifying effect. His unusual language, stylized structure, and grand symbolism define the writer's place as the premiere playwright in what is known as the Theater of the Absurd.

The play begins in a very ordinary setting with very ordinary characters. We meet Berenger and Jean, two friends whose outward appearance and inner identities contrast greatly. Berenger looks messy with an untucked shirt and unkempt hair. He drinks every day, he cannot make appointments on time, and he feels as if he is drowning in the chaos of life itself. Jean, by…

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Posted By raj m #166977 at Jan 30, 2011 1:42 PM

why ie written le rhinoceros play by ionesco

summry .analysis,why this play is absurd

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Posted By megha m #178759 at Apr 11, 2011 9:21 AM

 

Posted By saul p #103891 at Sep 13, 2009 3:44 PM

Acting as Logician and Berenger

Do you guys have any tips for playing these characters, such as gestures or use of voice etc

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