Monologue

A monopolized speech, comedic performance, or written composition (often in the form of poem or one act play) by a sole character or author delivered to an audience or reader. The subject often reveals the personality or opinion of the speaker or character.

Etymology

Greek Monos - single, alone French logue - dialogue

Cited Works

“Gale – Free Resources – Glossary – IM.” 15 February 2006 http://www.gale.com/free_resources/glossary/glossary_im.htm#m. “Glossary of Drama Terms.” 9 February 2006. 15 February 2006 http://highered.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0072405228/student_view0/drama_glossary.html. “Monologue.” Merrian-Webster’s Encyclopedia of Literature. 1995. “Monologue.” Merrian-Webster Online Dictionary. 2006. Merrian-Webster Inc. 15 February 2006 http://www.m-w.com/cgi-bin/dictionary?book=Dictionary&va=monolgue. “What is a Monologue?” 2005. 15 February 2006 http://www.tri7entertainment.com/Articles/whatisamonologue.htm.