Dream by Joanna Baillie delves into the psychology and emotions experienced during dreams. Baillie cleverly weaves together various dream sequences that explore different facets of human consciousness and imagination. The lyrical and poetic language used throughout the book creates a surreal and otherworldly atmosphere that draws the reader in.

Baillie's exploration of dreams as a window into the subconscious mind is both thought-provoking and compelling. The vivid descriptions of dreams range from whimsical to haunting, reflecting the complexity of the human psyche. The characters in the dreams are beautifully crafted and add depth to the overall narrative.

One of the standout features of Dream is Baillie's ability to capture the intricate and often bizarre nature of dreams. The shifting perspectives and surreal imagery create a sense of disorientation that mirrors the experience of dreaming itself. The book invites readers to question the boundaries between reality and imagination, leaving them pondering the significance of their own dreams.

Overall, Dream is a captivating and immersive read that explores the enigmatic world of dreams with skill and artistry. Baillie's prose is both evocative and profound, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the complexities of the human mind.

Book Description:
The Dream is Joanna Baillie’s gothic, proto-Lynchian meditation on fear, guilt, and the prophetic power of dreams. In the cloistered confines of a Swiss monastery, a small group of monks share the same prophetic dream: a forlorn specter reaches out to them with a mysterious—and potentially life-threatening—ultimatum. The dream comes every night, and yet its true import remains hazy and unknown. But when these dreams lead them to a buried corpse, the monastery soon tumbles down a blood-spattered path of vengeance, betrayal, and unbridled terror. - Summary by ChuckW Stage Directions: Sandra SchmitJerome: GauguinBenedict: ToddHWPaul: TJ BurnsOsterloo: Tomas PeterPrior: Larry WilsonLeonora: SoniaAgnes: AvailleMorand: Chuck WilliamsonWovelreid: Voxandis3rd Peasant / 1st Woman / Sexton / The Imperial Ambassador: Leanne YauPeasant / Lay-Brother / The First Gentleman: DrPGould4th Peasant / 2nd Executioner: April60901st Peasant / 1st Servant / 1st Executioner: Foon2nd Peasant / 2nd Servant / 1st Monk: TriciaGMonk: Jim Locke1st Soldier: Roger Melin1st Officer: Eva Davis2nd Soldier: alanmapstone3rd Soldier: Nemo