This Student Edition of Willy Russell's successful folk opera, the story of two Liverpudlian brothers who grow up on opposite sides of the social tracks, includes biographical notes and an introduction to the play with guidance on its interpretation.

A set text for AQA GCSE English Literature and hugely poular with schools One of the longest-running and most successful West End musicals Willy Russell has written some of the most popular and frequently staged plays of the last twenty-five years This edition also contains a chronology; a full introduction; teaching notes, interviews with the playwright and actors, discussion of the themes and ideas for further work; a glossary of words and phrases, photographs from stage productions and questions for study. The number 1 best-selling Methuen Drama play

"Must-haves for any students exploring these modern classics, or indeed anyone teaching Literature or Drama." – Teach Secondary Methuen Drama Student Editions are expertly annotated texts of modern and classic plays designed for students' study. Each one offers the complete text of the play as well as contemporary commentary, written by experts in the field, that provides students with an in-depth look into the background, themes and history of the play. They include: - An introduction giving a complete background to the play and a discussion of the social, political, cultural and economic context in which the play was originally conceived and created. - A chronology of the playwright’s life and work, and review of the play’s production history. - Questions for further study and preparation for examinations along with suggestions for primary and secondary materials for further study.