In Eugene O"Neill's "Long Days's Journey into Night," denial and addictions are two reoccurring themes that play a vital role in the play. The four main characters, James, Edmund, Mary, and Jamie Tyrone all seek ... to excuse me, James. I couldn't possible eat anything. My hands pain me dreadfully. I think the best thing for me is to go to bed and rest. Good night, dear," (O"Neill 125). Of course all she wanted from her room was her morphine, supporting her dope habit that only increased in stressful times. James and the others knew ... your reputation stinks so," (O"Neill 32). Dealing with...

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