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Chapter 15 #48

b) Tennessee Williams

Tennessee Williams, an American playwright, wrote the iconic play “A Streetcar Named Desire.” First performed in 1947, the play is set in New Orleans and tells the story of Blanche DuBois, a former Southern belle who faces a series of personal crises. Williams’ exploration of desire, mental health, and societal expectations in the play has made it a classic of American theater. His use of lyrical language and strong character development in “A Streetcar Named Desire” and other works solidified his reputation as one of the greatest playwrights in American literature.