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A sharp, crowd-pleasing comedy about love, class, and propriety set in a country house.
In this four‑act farce, a young woman’s marriage disrupts a carefully staged life of social appearances. Witty dialogue, mistaken identities, and a cast of servants and relations collide in a laugh‑out‑loud examination of loyalty, pride, and the trouble of keeping up appearances. The scene is a drawing room full of sun, scheming relatives, and the kind of quick wit that turns every moment into mischief.
Fans of brisk, character‑driven humor will enjoy how misunderstandings spiral and how affections and egos collide with pointed charm. The play blends social satire with light romance, offering a lively look at what people will do to protect honor, status, and happiness.
- Snappy exchanges and evolving relationships that drive the comedy forward.
- A portrait of social expectations and how they clash with real feelings.
- Situational humor built on mistaken assumptions and polite restraint.
- Memorable characters from a clever butler to a keenly observant household staff.
Ideal for readers who enjoy classic English farce, bright dialogue, and theatre that delights in human folly while warming to its heart.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an intriguing exploration of the servant problem in Edwardian England. The author, a respected voice of the era, offers insightful observations on the challenges faced by aristocratic families in maintaining their grand households amidst a rapidly changing social landscape. The book delves into the complex relationships between masters and servants, examining the tensions between tradition and modernity, and the struggle to preserve social hierarchy in the face of growing democratic sentiment. The author draws upon real-life examples to illustrate the challenges of managing large domestic staffs, highlighting the difficulties of maintaining order, enforcing discipline, and ensuring the smooth functioning of a household. Beyond its historical significance, this book also provides valuable insights into the broader theme of social class and inequality. The author explores the ways in which class distinctions were reinforced and challenged within the domestic sphere, shedding light on the power dynamics and social norms of the time. Ultimately, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, providing a nuanced understanding of the servant problem and its implications for society as a whole. It is a valuable resource for historians, sociologists, and anyone interested in the complexities of social stratification and the changing nature of domestic life in the early 20th century. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332774098_0
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