Show Plot Ah, Wilderness

Authors: Eugene O'Neill

Time Period: July, 4th 1906

Setting: New London, Connecticut

Summary: 

Ah, Wilderness! is Eugene O’Neill’s only famous comedy. It is a nostalgic coming-of-age story about Richard Miller, a 16-year-old in 1906 Connecticut. After a misunderstanding causes a temporary breakup with his girlfriend, Richard tries to rebel and act worldly, resulting in a tender look at youthful innocence and loving family dynamics.