The Iceman
This is the big one. It’s right there in bold print in the title, which means it cannot be ignored. So, who is the “Iceman,” why is there so much talk about him, and why does he snag a spot i...
The Sea
Speaking of death… O’Neill keeps bringing the downers with his imagery of the sea. In The Iceman Cometh, the sea never stands in as a means of exploration or journey or a cool Spring Break geta...
Mothers and Wives
It’s a lovely thought that mothers and wives are the two women men love most in the world. That’s the way we all like to imagine things to be. So, when you see mother and/or wife symbolism pop...
Automobiles
Chances are when you’re driving around you don’t stop to ponder the great meaning of all of the cars and trucks on the road. There’s music to listen to, places to go, and traffic to deal with...