A fascinating meditation on human cloning, personal identity and the conflicting claims of nature and nurture.
Bernard thought he was an only child. One day he learns the shocking truth: he is just one of a number of clones. Together, he and his father confront epic questions of identity, intimacy and belonging.
A Number pushes the boundaries of science and ethics with an astonishing twist on the dynamics of the father/son relationship. It was originally produced at the Royal Court Theatre, London, winning the Evening Standard Award for Best Play.
This edition was published alongside a revival by the Nuffield Theatre, Southampton, which subsequently transferred to the Young Vic, London, in 2015, and featured real-life father and son John and Lex Shrapnel.
- ISBN13 9781848424982
- Publish Date 2 July 2015
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 1 June 2022
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Nick Hern Books
- Edition 2015 edition
- Format Paperback (B-Format (198x129 mm))
- Pages 56
- Language English