Russell Crouse
Russell Crouse was an American playwright, librettist, and screenwriter known for his collaborations with Howard Lindsay. The duo co-wrote the libretto for the musical 'The Sound of Music' and the play 'Life With Father,' among other works. Crouse's career in the arts spanned several decades, and he was recognized for his contributions to theater and film.
Books
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1. Life With Father
"Life With Father" is a humorous and affectionate recounting of a family's daily life in late 19th-century America, centered around the domineering yet endearing figure of the father. The story unfolds through a series of vignettes that capture the trials and tribulations of managing a household with a strict, blustering patriarch, his resourceful wife, and their lively brood of sons. The narrative, rich with period detail and wry observations, highlights the clash between the father's traditional values and the inevitable changes brought about by time, as well as the love and warmth that underpin the family's interactions, despite the frequent comedic misunderstandings and the father's attempts to maintain absolute authority.
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