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Martyr

by Marius von Mayenburg, Maja Zade

Drama (dramatic works by one author)FundamentalismDramaReligious tolerance

Benjamin won’t do swimming at school. His mum thinks he’s on drugs or has body issues. But Benjamin has found God and mixed-sex swimming lessons offend him. Martyr considers when we should accommodate others' beliefs, and when we should take a stand.

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Book data: Open Library