Publisher's Synopsis
""A Thousand Clowns"" is a comedic play written by Herb Gardner. The story follows the life of Murray Burns, a witty and eccentric writer who lives in New York City with his nephew, Nick. Murray has a unique outlook on life and refuses to conform to society's expectations, which often leads to conflicts with those around him. When a social worker comes to check on Nick's welfare, Murray is forced to re-evaluate his unconventional lifestyle and make some tough decisions. Along the way, Murray encounters a colorful cast of characters, including his ex-girlfriend, a radio producer, and a group of eccentric children's television producers. The play explores themes of individuality, conformity, and the importance of family. With witty dialogue and memorable characters, ""A Thousand Clowns"" is a timeless comedy that continues to entertain audiences today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
