| Author |
Overstreet, H. A. (Harry Allen), 1875-1970 |
| LoC No. |
20022100
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| Title |
Hearts to mend: A fantasy in one act
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| Original Publication |
United States: Stewart & Kidd Company,1920.
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| Series Title |
Stewart Kidd modern plays, edited by Frank Shay
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Hearts to Mend: A Fantasy in One Act" by H. A. Overstreet is a one-act play likely written in the early 20th century. This whimsical piece blends elements of fantasy and drama, exploring the emotional turmoil and relationship dynamics faced by its characters. The play delves into the complexities of love, creativity, and the challenges of domestic life, reflecting the sentiments of the era. The story revolves around Pierrot, a once-joyful songwriter who is now plagued by a creative block and growing disenchantment with his marriage to Pierrette. As he grapples with his feelings of inadequacy and the burdens of life, Pierrette desperately tries to lift his spirits. The introduction of a whimsical character, the Tins-to-Mend Man, serves as a catalyst for Pierrot's realization that the essence of love and creativity can be rekindled. Ultimately, the play highlights the importance of nurturing both romantic and artistic passions, culminating in a moment of reconciliation as Pierrot strives to win back Pierrette’s affection with a thoughtful surprise. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
American drama -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68761 |
| Release Date |
Aug 16, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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