World War II - The Assam-Burma front . . . The British General Hospital ricochets with laughter and betrayal as six wounded soldiers and the nurse that cares for them struggle for their recovery. This timely drama explores the complexities of trust, compassion and love even in the shadow of war. Based on his own experiences as an allied ambulance driver, Pulitzer prize-winning playwright John Patrick completed The Hasty Heart while on the ship returning home from battle.