Classic to Modern English Literature

Collapsible Sections Introduction Samuel Beckett (1906-1989) was an Irish playwright, wrote ‘Waiting for Godot’ (or, En Attendant Godot) in the mid twentieth century. It was a tragicomedy in two acts which was composed between 1948 to 1949. It was first published in 1952. The play was a true innovation in drama and The theatre of Absurd’s first theatrical success. It ensues mainly two characters Vladimir and Estragon, they wait to meet an unarrival character “Godot”. In a nutshell, the play has been praised for its “humour and humanity”. Furthermore, a Canadian Literary critic Hugh Kenner comments on the name of “Godot”; which was come from the French slang word “godillot,” means, “a cheap, poorly-made shoe.” Summary At the beginning of the play, two chief character, Vladimir and Estragon wait near a tree and consenting “nothing to be done” today. In this regard, Vladimir asks Estragon abou