Drawing Rooms, Second Floor, and Attics: A Farce, in One Act by Morton

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Author Morton, John Maddison, 1811-1891
Title Drawing Rooms, Second Floor, and Attics: A Farce, in One Act
Note Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Paul Haxo from a copy generously made available
by the University of California, Davis, and with special
thanks to the Victorian Plays Project.
Summary "Drawing Rooms, Second Floor, and Attics: A Farce, in One Act" by John Maddison Morton is a comedic play written in the mid-19th century, reflecting the Victorian era's theatrical style. This farce features a lively narrative centered around misunderstandings and mistaken identities, typical of the era’s entertainment that aimed to amuse its audience through humor and clever dialogue. The play is likely concerned with the social dynamics and romantic entanglements among various characters, showcasing the quirks and complexities of interpersonal relationships. The storyline revolves around Triptolemus Brown, a young chemist and druggist, who arrives in London only to face absurd predicaments involving his uncle and prospective brides. Triptolemus, amidst mistaken identities and comical situations, finds himself fleeing from a menacing sailor, trying on dresses to escape detection, and ultimately engaging in a chaotic ball where he must evade his disgruntled relatives and impress the woman he loves, Phoebe Furbelow. Characters like Mr. Bunny and Captain Hardaport contribute to the playful conflict, resulting in a slapstick conclusion as Triptolemus's true identity is revealed amidst a flurry of humorous mishaps. Overall, the play captures the essence of farce through its witty exchanges and absurd situations, appealing to audiences looking for light-hearted entertainment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Comedies
Subject English drama -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 49665
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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