{"title":"David Eldridge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavid Eldridge\u003c\/strong\u003e crafts compelling works that delve into the complexities of human relationships and emotional landscapes. His writing, noted for its sharp dialogue and nuanced characters, offers a profound exploration of contemporary life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect poignant stories that blend introspection with dramatic tension, often set against vivid social and cultural backdrops. Eldridge’s work invites reflection on the ordinary moments that reveal deeper truths.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"end-by-david-eldridge-9781350609389","title":"End","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvery love story has a final chapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlfie and Julie’s love story has been one of music, laughter, and heartache. On one early morning in June, they must write their ending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the critically acclaimed \u003cem\u003eBeginning\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eMiddle\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eEnd\u003c\/em\u003e is the final play in David Eldridge’s trilogy exploring love and relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition was published to coincide with the National Theatre production in November 2025, directed by Rachel O'Riordan (\u003cem\u003eRomeo and Julie\u003c\/em\u003e) and starring Clive Owen (\u003cem\u003eCloser\u003c\/em\u003e) as Alfie and Saskia Reeves (\u003cem\u003eSlow Horses\u003c\/em\u003e) as Julie in this touching and funny play on a life well lived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47602936512748,"sku":"9781350609389","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781350609389-end.jpg?v=1778049952"},{"product_id":"david-eldridge-trilogy-by-david-eldridge-9781350609471","title":"David Eldridge Trilogy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Eldridge combines a hugely sympathetic sensibility with rare dramatic power, and one leaves this exceptional play rejoicing in his talent and impatient for his next.\"\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eTelegraph\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWritten and produced over a decade, this critically acclaimed trilogy of plays explores the loneliness that exists both in and out of relationships over time with poignancy and humour.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFirst presented at the Royal National Theatre between 2017 and 2025 these sharp and astute two-handers track the movement of love in real-time, in all its fragility and beauty.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBeginning\u003c\/i\u003e: Every story starts somewhere. It’s the early hours of the morning and Danny is the last straggler at Laura’s party. The flat is in a mess. And so are they. One more drink?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eMiddle: \u003c\/i\u003eEvery relationship reaches a crossroads at some time. As dawn breaks, Maggie is heating some milk and Gary wonders what she’s doing out of bed. Maybe it’s time for an honest conversation – but how much honesty can this marriage take?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eEnd\u003c\/i\u003e: Every love story has a final chapter. Alfie and Julie’s love story has been one of music, laughter, and heartache. On one early morning in June, they must write their ending.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis edition is introduced by Professor Dan Rebellato.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48241074307308,"sku":"9781350609471","price":43.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781350609471-david-eldridge-trilogy-1.jpg?v=1787932677"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/david-eldridge.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}