In what is considered to be a classic in the field, (From Tension to Tonic: The Plays of Edward Albee) Paolucci here covers the plays that followed, up to Occupant.

In Edward Albee: The Later Plays the author’s close analysis employs both innovative and traditional critical approaches howeverthe usual categories simply will not work well in dealing with the Absurd , where structure, characterization, language, and theme have given way to a single moment of crisis depicted with laser-like intensity.

Rich comparisons with other works abound and give Paolucci’s conclusions depth and solidity with unexpected insights in to her approach as a critic.