Desire Under the Elms by Eugene O’Neill is a landmark work of modern American theatre that blends Greek tragic form with the raw intensity of human emotion. Set against the backdrop of a New England farm, the play examines greed, love, and guilt through the tormented Ephraim Cabot and his family. This 2025 Aedha Imprints edition presents the full text in a crisp and accessible layout, ideal for students of literature, drama, and psychoanalytic interpretation.
Key Features
One of O’Neill’s most acclaimed tragic plays
Explores themes of greed, desire, guilt, and fate
Set in rural New England, with classical and psychological depth
Essential for BA/MA English and Theatre Studies
Compact, annotated, and classroom-friendly edition