The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe by Jane Wagner

The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe

Jane Wagner

240 pages • first pub 1986 (editions)

fiction play adventurous slow-paced

Description

Jane Wagner's masterpiece--The first play in more than 20 years to become a national bestseller--is now a motion picture!In this satire, a form all too lacking in American theater, Trudy the bag lady, Wagner's central character, tries to explain m...

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Community Reviews Summary of 88 reviews

Moods

funny 100%
inspiring 80%
reflective 80%
emotional 60%
lighthearted 60%
challenging 40%
hopeful 40%
adventurous 20%
informative 20%
relaxing 20%

Pace

fast 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

4.3

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