S.S. Tenacity
play by Vildrac
Also known as: “Le Paquebot Tenacity”
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S.S. Tenacity, also known as Le Paquebot Tenacity, is a play written by French poet, playwright, and essayist Charles Vildrac. Produced in 1920, it is considered Vildrac's best-known work. The play is a character study focusing on two former soldiers who are preparing to immigrate to Canada. Vildrac's writing often explored themes of humanitarianism, brotherhood, and the impact of war. The word "tenacity" itself refers to the ability or willingness to persevere despite difficulties.12
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