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Title: Four Short Plays
Contents: Hall-Marked -- Defeat -- The Sun -- Punch And Go.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Four Short Plays by John Galsworthy" is a collection of theatrical works written in the early 20th century. This book features plays that explore human relationships, societal norms, and moral dilemmas, which were prevalent themes during that time period. The collection includes distinct pieces that reflect Galsworthy's sharp observations of life and character, often infused with wit and irony. The plays included—“Hall-Marked,” “Defeat,” “The Sun,” and “Punch and Go”—each present a unique setting and cast of characters that grapple with emotional and ethical conflicts. For example, in “Hall-Marked,” the characters engage in a humorous yet poignant exploration of societal expectations and personal values, while “Defeat” depicts the complex emotions surrounding love and loneliness during wartime. In “The Sun,” the interplay of personal loyalty and its challenges is highlighted, and “Punch and Go” reflects the tensions between artistic integrity and commercial demands within the theatre. Together, these short plays offer a rich tapestry of human experience, showcasing Galsworthy's keen insight into the struggles people face in their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933
EBook No.: 2920
Published: Sep 26, 2004
Downloads: 69
Language: English
Subject: English drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Four Short Plays
Contents: Hall-Marked -- Defeat -- The Sun -- Punch And Go.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Four Short Plays by John Galsworthy" is a collection of theatrical works written in the early 20th century. This book features plays that explore human relationships, societal norms, and moral dilemmas, which were prevalent themes during that time period. The collection includes distinct pieces that reflect Galsworthy's sharp observations of life and character, often infused with wit and irony. The plays included—“Hall-Marked,” “Defeat,” “The Sun,” and “Punch and Go”—each present a unique setting and cast of characters that grapple with emotional and ethical conflicts. For example, in “Hall-Marked,” the characters engage in a humorous yet poignant exploration of societal expectations and personal values, while “Defeat” depicts the complex emotions surrounding love and loneliness during wartime. In “The Sun,” the interplay of personal loyalty and its challenges is highlighted, and “Punch and Go” reflects the tensions between artistic integrity and commercial demands within the theatre. Together, these short plays offer a rich tapestry of human experience, showcasing Galsworthy's keen insight into the struggles people face in their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933
EBook No.: 2920
Published: Sep 26, 2004
Downloads: 69
Language: English
Subject: English drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.