'A Comedy of Errors' in Seven Acts by Spokeshave
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About this eBook
| Author | Spokeshave |
|---|---|
| Title | 'A Comedy of Errors' in Seven Acts |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Lesley Halamek and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was made using scans of public domain works from the University of Michigan Digital Libraries.) |
| Summary | "A Comedy of Errors" in Seven Acts by Spokeshave is a satirical theatrical play written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds through a series of dialogues and soliloquies among characters such as Caesar, Francos, and Quezox, revealing themes of political intrigue, social commentary, and the absurdity of governance. The author utilizes wit and irony to critique political dynamics, likely drawing parallels to contemporary issues of colonialism and identity. At the start of the play, the audience is introduced to the power struggle within a fictitious political landscape, where Caesar, the ruler, conspires with Francos, the Governor General, to maintain control over a subjugated populace. Each character displays a mix of ambition and self-interest, with Quezox, the resident delegate, echoing the plight of the oppressed while secretly maneuvering for his own advantage. Through humor and clever dialogue, Spokeshave sets the stage for a story filled with deception and the quest for power, showcasing the inherent chaos in political affairs and the often misguided intentions of those in authority. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Philippines -- History -- 1898-1946 -- Drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20989 |
| Release Date | Apr 5, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 180 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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