The Circle: A Comedy in Three Acts by W. Somerset Maugham

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Author Maugham, W. Somerset (William Somerset), 1874-1965
Title The Circle: A Comedy in Three Acts
Note Reading ease score: 87.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Paul Haxo from page images generously made
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Summary "The Circle: A Comedy in Three Acts" by W. Somerset Maugham is a theatrical play written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the tumultuous relationships within a family, particularly focusing on Arnold Champion-Cheney and the return of his estranged mother, Lady Kitty. As the characters navigate their interactions, unresolved feelings and past scandals come to light, revealing a complex web of emotions and societal expectations." The opening of the play introduces us to Arnold in the grand drawing-room of Aston-Adey, his family's estate, as he anxiously awaits the arrival of his mother, Lady Kitty, who had left the family decades prior in scandalous circumstances. Arnold's new wife, Elizabeth, and other guests, including friends and servants, display a mix of humor and tension regarding the impending reunion. As they discuss Lady Kitty and her past decisions, it becomes clear that Arnold harbors deep resentment toward his mother for the turmoil her departure caused in his life. The conversations hint at underlying complexities and feelings about love, loyalty, and the challenges of familial ties, setting the stage for the dramatic developments to come as the characters confront the ramifications of the past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Adultery -- Drama
Subject Intergenerational relations -- Drama
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- Drama
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EBook-No. 42395
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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