A Family Man : in three acts by John Galsworthy
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About this eBook
| Author | Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933 |
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| Title | A Family Man : in three acts |
| Note | Reading ease score: 87.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "A Family Man: in Three Acts" by John Galsworthy is a dramatic play likely written in the early 20th century. The work centers on the turmoil within the Builder family, emphasizing the struggles between tradition and modern values as the patriarch, John Builder, confronts various familial tensions, particularly with his daughters Athene and Maud. The play explores themes of familial duty, personal freedom, and the challenges that come with evolving societal expectations. The opening of "A Family Man" introduces the Builder family, starting with John Builder as he contemplates his importance within the community, anticipating a possible nomination for Mayor. His wife, Julia, reflects a sense of restraint and dignity amidst her husband's authoritative demeanor. The family’s young maid and connection to John's daughter Athene foreshadow deeper issues related to Athene’s independence and choices, which will ultimately fracture the family unit. As tensions rise over questions of dignity and parenting, John's patriarchal outlook clashes with his daughters' desires for autonomy, leading to difficult conversations and highlighting the generational divide in their expectations for family and societal roles. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 4764 |
| Release Date | Sep 26, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 119 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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