Time of Your Life, The
play by Saroyan
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The Time of Your Life is a play by William Saroyan, first performed in 1939. Saroyan, an Armenian immigrant's son, celebrated the joy of living despite hardship in his works. He famously refused the Pulitzer Prize for this play, stating it was no more significant than his other writings. The play, like much of Saroyan's work, focuses on the inherent goodness of people, particularly the humble and naive, and emphasizes the value of life. His characters are brought to life through his skillful use of everyday language.1
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