The Cabinet Minister: A farce in four acts by Arthur Wing Pinero
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| Author | Pinero, Arthur Wing, 1855-1934 |
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| Title | The Cabinet Minister: A farce in four acts |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Cabinet Minister: A farce in four acts" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a theatrical play written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the humorous dynamics of a British upper-class family, focusing particularly on their social interactions and the complexities of their relationships. The central character, Sir Julian Twombley, is a government minister facing various pressures from his family and societal expectations, which sets the stage for the farcical situations that unfold. At the start of the play, we are introduced to Sir Julian Twombley in the lavish conservatory of his home, where financial worries soon emerge. His son, Brooke, is grappling with significant debts while his mother, Lady Twombley, expresses her own anxieties about their financial affairs. Meanwhile, the arrival of various guests, including the charming but manipulative Mrs. Gaylustre, adds layers of comedic conflict. The scene is set for a blend of humor and societal satire as characters confront their responsibilities, desires, and the farcical nature of their high-society lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Comedies |
| Subject | English drama -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33957 |
| Release Date | Oct 1, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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