Jack Straw: A Farce in Three Acts by W. Somerset Maugham

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Author Maugham, W. Somerset (William Somerset), 1874-1965
Title Jack Straw: A Farce in Three Acts
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Summary "Jack Straw: A Farce in Three Acts" by W. Somerset Maugham is a play written in the early 20th century. This comedic work revolves around themes of social class, deception, and the folly of pretentiousness, focusing particularly on the character Jack Straw, a clever and resourceful man who assumes the identity of a royal figure. The opening of the play introduces the lounge of the Grand Babylon Hotel, where a conversation unfolds between Lady Wanley and Ambrose Holland about their encounters with the newly wealthy Parker-Jennings family. Lady Wanley recounts how she once introduced them to high society, only to be snubbed by Mrs. Parker-Jennings, raising her status while Wallace’s charm is revealed through the interactions with other characters, setting the stage for the ensuing concoction of a scheme involving Jack Straw impersonating an archduke to expose the snobbery of the Parker-Jennings family. As the characters navigate through the entanglements of their social standing, the tension and humor build, providing a glimpse into the farcical nature of the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English drama -- 20th century
Subject Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Drama
Subject Great Britain -- History -- Edward VII, 1901-1910 -- Drama
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EBook-No. 50385
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 25, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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