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Title:
Three Plays by Granville-Barker
The Marrying of Ann Leete; The Voysey Inheritance; Waste
Note: Reading ease score: 87.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary: "Three Plays by Granville-Barker" by Harley Granville-Barker is a collection of three theatrical works written in the late 19th to early 20th century. The plays featured in this volume include "The Marrying of Ann Leete," "The Voysey Inheritance," and "Waste." Through intricate character interactions and societal themes, the collection examines relationships, class distinctions, and political dilemmas that impact personal lives. The opening of "The Marrying of Ann Leete" introduces us to the garden of Markswayde, a setting reflecting the tranquility and complexity of life during the late 18th century. We meet Ann, a young woman who experiences the thrilling and awkward moments of newfound romantic interest, as indicated by an unexpected kiss from Lord John Carp. The dialogue reveals familial dynamics and social pressures, alongside a hint of scandal surrounding Ann’s feelings for Lord John and her father, Mr. Carnaby Leete’s, concerns. As various characters come and go from the garden, their conversations and interactions set the stage for a deeper exploration of personal ambition, societal expectations, and the nuances of desire. This opening portion adeptly lays a foundation for the drama that unfolds, captivating readers with its exploration of love and social circumstance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Granville-Barker, Harley, 1877-1946
EBook No.: 35640
Published: Mar 21, 2011
Downloads: 89
Language: English
Subject: English drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Three Plays by Granville-Barker
The Marrying of Ann Leete; The Voysey Inheritance; Waste
Note: Reading ease score: 87.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by David T. Jones, James Wright and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Canada Team at
http:
//www.pgdpcanada.net
(This file was produced from
images generously made available by The Internet
Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "Three Plays by Granville-Barker" by Harley Granville-Barker is a collection of three theatrical works written in the late 19th to early 20th century. The plays featured in this volume include "The Marrying of Ann Leete," "The Voysey Inheritance," and "Waste." Through intricate character interactions and societal themes, the collection examines relationships, class distinctions, and political dilemmas that impact personal lives. The opening of "The Marrying of Ann Leete" introduces us to the garden of Markswayde, a setting reflecting the tranquility and complexity of life during the late 18th century. We meet Ann, a young woman who experiences the thrilling and awkward moments of newfound romantic interest, as indicated by an unexpected kiss from Lord John Carp. The dialogue reveals familial dynamics and social pressures, alongside a hint of scandal surrounding Ann’s feelings for Lord John and her father, Mr. Carnaby Leete’s, concerns. As various characters come and go from the garden, their conversations and interactions set the stage for a deeper exploration of personal ambition, societal expectations, and the nuances of desire. This opening portion adeptly lays a foundation for the drama that unfolds, captivating readers with its exploration of love and social circumstance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Granville-Barker, Harley, 1877-1946
EBook No.: 35640
Published: Mar 21, 2011
Downloads: 89
Language: English
Subject: English drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.