The Foundations (An Extravagant Play) by John Galsworthy
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"The Foundations" by John Galsworthy is a play written in the early 20th century, set a few years after the Great War. The narrative revolves around the interactions among various characters, primarily focusing on Lord William Dromondy and his family amid a backdrop of social unrest in post-war Britain, particularly addressing themes of class disparity and the burgeoning class struggles represented by the "Anti-Sweating" movement. At the start of the play, the
scene is set in Lord William Dromondy’s wine cellar, introducing us to his daughter Little Anne and the footman James. Through their playful banter, we glean a glimpse of Little Anne's innocent curiosity and the problematic nature of societal class structures as they relate to the looming threat of revolution. The characters discuss serious topics masked by lighthearted dialogue, illustrating the tensions between the upper classes represented by Lord William and the struggles of the working class embodied by characters like Mrs. Lemmy, suggesting an impending clash between these social divisions. As the play unfolds, the dynamics will likely explore the conflict between personal ethics and societal obligations against the backdrop of an uneasy peace. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Foundations (An Extravagant Play) |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 86.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English drama |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 2916 |
| Release Date | Sep 26, 2004 |
| Last Update | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 445 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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