--- product_id: 1517157 title: "Fences" price: "€ 18.78" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/1517157-fences store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # 4.6/5 rating from 2,478 readers #1 in Black & African American Dramas 101 pages of compelling drama Fences **Price:** € 18.78 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ“– Own the story that everyone’s talking about β€” don’t miss out on this cultural cornerstone! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Fences - **How much does it cost?** € 18.78 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/1517157-fences) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Compact & Accessible:** At just 101 pages, dive deep into powerful themes without the commitment of a lengthy read. - β€’ **Top-Ranked Bestseller:** Join thousands of readers who made this #1 drama a must-have in their collection. - β€’ **Perfect Paperback Edition:** Easy to carry, share, and gift β€” the ideal format for busy professionals on the go. - β€’ **Emotional & Thought-Provoking:** A gripping portrayal of 1950s Black family struggles that resonates across generations. - β€’ **Timeless Cultural Masterpiece:** Experience August Wilson’s Pulitzer-winning narrative that shapes conversations on race and family. ## Overview Fences by August Wilson is a critically acclaimed, 101-page paperback reissue published by Plume in 1986. It holds top rankings in Black & African American Dramas and Sociology categories, boasting a 4.6-star rating from over 2,400 readers. This powerful play explores generational struggles within a 1950s Black family, making it essential reading for those seeking profound cultural insight. ## Description From legendary playwright August Wilson comes the powerful, stunning dramatic bestseller that won him critical acclaim, including the Tony Award for Best Play and the Pulitzer Prize. Troy Maxson is a strong man, a hard man. He has had to be to survive. Troy Maxson has gone through life in an America where to be proud and black is to face pressures that could crush a man, body and soul. But the 1950s are yielding to the new spirit of liberation in the 1960s, a spirit that is changing the world Troy Maxson has learned to deal with the only way he can, a spirit that is making him a stranger, angry and afraid, in a world he never knew and to a wife and son he understands less and less. This is a modern classic, a book that deals with the impossibly difficult themes of race in America, set during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 60s. Now an Academy Award-winning film directed by and starring Denzel Washington , along with Academy Award and Golden Globe winner Viola Davis. Review: Unraveling the complex threads of family - This play is about the powerful exploration of race , family, and the American dream. A father struggles to come to terms with his past and provide for his family Is at the core of the narrative. The play is a rich tapestry of emotions, delving deep into the themes of regret, resentment, and love. The use of dialogue brings the characters to life making them feel authentic and relatable. Review: Discrete, stays cool - This isn't about the contents of this book. Plenty of other places you can get that info. This review is about this version/printing. Good student version. Uncoated paper for pages, decent font size, lightweight binding. It'll last the semester. You won't wince at the price if you need to recycle at the end of school year. ## Features - Author: August Wilson. - Publisher: Plume - Pages: 101 - Publication Date: 1986-06-01 - Edition: Reissue - Binding: Paperback - MSRP: 0.00 - ISBN13: 9780452264014 - ISBN: 0452264014 - Other ISBN: 9780593087589 - Other ISBN Binding: print - Language: en ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #8,492 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1 in Black & African American Dramas & Plays #16 in African American Demographic Studies (Books) #51 in Sociology Reference | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,488 Reviews | ## Images ![Fences - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71EJHCHt7qL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Unraveling the complex threads of family *by K***R on April 24, 2025* This play is about the powerful exploration of race , family, and the American dream. A father struggles to come to terms with his past and provide for his family Is at the core of the narrative. The play is a rich tapestry of emotions, delving deep into the themes of regret, resentment, and love. The use of dialogue brings the characters to life making them feel authentic and relatable. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Discrete, stays cool *by P***O on May 1, 2026* This isn't about the contents of this book. Plenty of other places you can get that info. This review is about this version/printing. Good student version. Uncoated paper for pages, decent font size, lightweight binding. It'll last the semester. You won't wince at the price if you need to recycle at the end of school year. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A classic! *by C***B on March 8, 2017* Just saw the movie and it was exactly like the book. August Wilson was a genius, a great story teller. As you read the pages, you are actually right there in the midst of the characters. When you see the movie, you'll know exactly what comes next. Denzel Washington did a great job as director and actor. The entire cast was awesome. It's a play by play in the rarest form. I want to see the movie again, with a bunch of friends. I certainly hope they make another movie from Mr. Wilsons play list. ## Frequently Bought Together - Fences - A Raisin in the Sun - The Piano Lesson --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/1517157-fences](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/1517157-fences) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-05-17*