description A Number Overview
A Number is a 2002 play by British playwright Caryl Churchill about a father who encounters multiple genetically identical versions of his son. Written for two actors, it unfolds through terse conversations between the father, Salter, and three of the resulting sons. The drama uses human cloning to examine parental responsibility, personal identity, heredity, environment, and the moral consequences of treating a person as reproducible.
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How good is A Number?
A Number scores 8.10/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Play category. Strong late Churchill two-hander, praised for concise cloning and identity themes; modest scale.
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