About the Book

2nd MAY 1997

2nd MAY 1997

November 2010
Trade Paperback · 96 Pages
$18.95 U.S.
ISBN 9781848420809
Nick Hern Books

 

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Description

A sharp new play with an offbeat view of Labour's famous 1997 victory. The Tories, eighteen years in power, are defeated as New Labour sweeps into government. From the euphoria and despair, three deeply personal stories emerge.

About the Author

Jack Thornes's previous plays include When You Cure Me (Bush Theatre), Stacy (Arcola Theatre) and Fanny and Faggot (Finborough Theatre). He also writes for television ( Skins and Shameless ) and cinema (The Scouting Book for Boys , which also premieres in 2009). He lives in London.