In the play "A Streetcar Named Desire" by Tennessee Williams, there are several prevalent themes. ... In "A Streetcar Named Desire", Tennessee Williams states that one can not shield himself from the harshness of reality by creating a fantasy alternative. ... Stanley and Blanche's untrusting of each other causes them to become conflicting characters throughout the play. ... A situation occurs in the play where Stanley overhears Blanche talking negatively about him to Stella. ... Tennessee Williams uses his play "A Streetcar Named Desire" to demonstrate the problem one faces with creat...

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