Strife: A Drama in Three Acts by John Galsworthy
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| Author | Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933 |
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| Title | Strife: A Drama in Three Acts |
| Note | Reading ease score: 86.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "Strife: A Drama in Three Acts" by John Galsworthy is a play written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of a winter strike at the Trenartha Tin Plate Works, the drama explores the intense conflict between the board of directors and the striking workers, particularly highlighting the firm resolve of John Anthony, the board chairman, and the passionate leadership of David Roberts, the workers' representative. The narrative delves into themes of class struggle, the moral complexities of labor disputes, and the human cost of industrial conflict. The opening of the play establishes the tension surrounding the ongoing strike, as members of the board convene to discuss the situation and consider their position regarding the workers' demands. John Anthony leads the discussion, adamant against any form of compromise, while the other directors express their frustrations and worries about the financial implications of the prolonged conflict. Meanwhile, the characters of Simon Harness and David Roberts present contrasting perspectives on the needs and rights of the workers. The dynamics reveal a dichotomy between capitalist interests and the welfare of the workers, setting the stage for the conflicts that will unfold throughout the play. The stage is set for a confrontation that will test loyalties, principles, and the capacity for empathy between classes, promising a gripping exploration of human dignity and strife in the face of economic hardship. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Strikes and lockouts -- Drama |
| Subject | Social conflict -- Drama |
| Subject | English drama |
| Subject | Political plays |
| Subject | Tinplate industry -- Drama |
| Subject | Labor movement -- Drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 2908 |
| Release Date | Sep 26, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 357 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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