The Magistrate: A Farce in Three Acts by Arthur Wing Pinero
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About this eBook
| Author | Pinero, Arthur Wing, 1855-1934 |
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| Title | The Magistrate: A Farce in Three Acts |
| Note | Reading ease score: 87.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "The Magistrate: A Farce in Three Acts" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a comedic play written in the late 19th century. This farce centers around the character of Mr. Posket, a police magistrate whose life becomes complicated by secrets and misunderstandings regarding his family and social circle. As it unfolds, the play explores themes of identity, deception, and the complexities of relationships, all told with sharp wit and humor. At the start of the play, we are introduced to MR. POSKET and his young stepson CIS, who cleverly navigates the world with a maturity beyond his years. While they interact with BEATIE TOMLINSON, a music mistress, the familial dynamics begin to reveal underlying tensions, particularly concerning the true age of Posket's stepson and Posket's own deception about his wife's past. As conversations unfold about their social acquaintances and the hidden aspects of their lives, the comedic set-up of confusion and farce is established, setting the stage for the ensuing antics and misunderstandings. Overall, the opening portion effectively sets a tone of humor and intrigue that invites the audience into the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Comedies |
| Subject | English drama -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41750 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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