The Second Mrs. Tanqueray: A Play in Four Acts by Arthur Wing Pinero

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Author Pinero, Arthur Wing, 1855-1934
Title The Second Mrs. Tanqueray: A Play in Four Acts
Note Reading ease score: 86.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Second Mrs. Tanqueray: A Play in Four Acts" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a dramatic play written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Aubrey Tanqueray, who is about to marry for the second time, and features his new wife, Paula, as a central character. The play explores themes of societal judgment, personal redemption, and the complexities of relationships following past failures. At the start of the play, the audience is introduced to Aubrey Tanqueray and his friends during a dinner gathering in Aubrey's elegant chambers. As conversation unfolds, Aubrey reveals his intention to marry again the following day, which brings surprise and concern from his companions, particularly regarding the identity of his future bride. The early exchanges hint at Aubrey’s troubled past with his deceased first wife and the complicated nature of his impending marriage to Paula, who is described in questionable terms by some. The characters express their unease about how Aubrey’s remarriage may affect their friendships and reveal a sense of mystery surrounding Paula's character, setting the stage for deeper explorations of the themes of social class, reputation, and personal redemption as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Marriage -- Drama
Subject Tragedies
Subject Upper class -- England -- Drama
Subject Prostitutes -- England -- Drama
Subject Prostitutes -- England -- Public opinion -- Drama
Subject Prostitutes -- Great Britain -- Social conditions -- 19th century -- Drama
Subject Women -- Great Britain -- Social conditions -- 19th century -- Drama
Subject Remarried people -- Drama
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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