Our American Cousin by Tom Taylor

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Author Taylor, Tom, 1817-1880
Title Our American Cousin
Note Note of interest: This was the play Abraham Lincoln was watching when he was assassinated.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Our_American_Cousin
Note Reading ease score: 95.1 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits The Levin family and David Widger
Summary "Our American Cousin" by Tom Taylor is a comedic play written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the Trenchard family and the arrival of their American cousin, Asa Trenchard, who shakes things up with his bold and distinctly unconventional demeanor. As a social satire, the play explores themes of class distinction, romantic entanglements, and family intrigue, with an ensemble cast that includes Lord Dundreary, Sir Edward Trenchard, and their interactions with the American cousin. The opening of the play introduces us to Trenchard Manor, where various characters engage in witty banter and set the stage for the unfolding drama. We meet Florence, the spirited daughter, who is eager to find out about her American relative. Asa's arrival is much anticipated, and his entrance is marked by a humorous clash of cultures as he interacts with the other characters. His brashness and lack of restraint embarrass some, while amusing others. The opening establishes a lively atmosphere filled with misunderstandings, comical exchanges, and the early hints of romantic tension, particularly with Asa's budding connection with Florence. The stage is thus set for a series of entertaining encounters in this vibrant depiction of 19th-century British society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Comedies
Subject Americans -- England -- Drama
Subject Aristocracy (Social class) -- England -- Drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 3158
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jul 5, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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