‘my most … unshatterable association’: Memories of the pre-Socratic ‘thing‘ in Krapp's Last Tape

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Essay finds connections between Beckett’s use of memory and fire, suggesting deeper philosophical themes in his plays.

Memory plays a central role in Beckett's exploration of identity and existence, particularly in Krapp's Last Tape.
The motif of fire in Beckett's work symbolizes change and transformation, reflecting Heraclitus’ philosophy.
Analysis of Zeno’s paradox enhances understanding of Beckett's engagement with philosophical concepts like the One.
These philosophical considerations highlight the complexity of memory and its implications in human experience.

Reuben Slade (2025) studied this question.

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