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Playwright Wendy Wasserstein; known for her wry wit and compassion; at 55

By Ed Siegel
Globe Staff / January 31, 2006

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Wendy Wasserstein, a playwright who wrote about her generation's aspirations and foibles while casting a humorously critical eye on the world around her, died yesterday at 55 of complications from lymphoma. (Full article: 1347 words)

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