Such Things Are: A Play, in Five Acts by Mrs. Inchbald
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| Author | Inchbald, Mrs., 1753-1821 |
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| Title | Such Things Are: A Play, in Five Acts |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Delphine Lettau and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team |
| Summary | "Such Things Are: A Play, in Five Acts" by Mrs. Inchbald is a dramatic play written in the late 18th century. The narrative revolves around the characters in the island of Sumatra, where various interactions among the English characters highlight themes of love, betrayal, and the struggle against tyranny. Key figures include Sir Luke Tremor, Lady Tremor, and the mysterious Mr. Twineall, who bring humor and tension as they navigate their relationships and the political undertones of their environment. The opening of the play sets the stage for the unfolding drama among its characters. In the first act, we are introduced to Sir Luke and Lady Tremor, with Sir Luke humorously confronting Lady Tremor about her age and their shared past. Their playful banter is interrupted by the arrival of Lord Flint, juxtaposing their domestic squabbles with the looming political tensions in Sumatra. The entrance of Mr. Twineall, who has a dubious reputation, adds intrigue as he seeks to ingratiate himself with the Tremors and make useful connections. As the characters interact, themes of social status, personal ambition, and the fear of political repercussions begin to emerge, foreshadowing deeper conflicts that will unfold in subsequent acts. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38653 |
| Release Date | Jan 23, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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