The real Mackay by Donald A. Mackenzie
"The Real Mackay" by Donald A. Mackenzie is a one-act play that paints a vivid picture of life in a Scottish Highlands crofter's cottage. Written during the early 20th century, the play explores themes of love, societal class, and familial bonds. Set against the backdrop of a serene and picturesque environment, it focuses on the interactions between characters as they navigate personal struggles in a tight-knit community. The narrative centers around Widow
Mackay and her daughter Màiri, who have faced personal losses and must contend with societal expectations. Màiri grapples with her feelings for Sandy Speedwell, a young artist and poet, who comes from a different social class, complicating their relationship. As misunderstandings arise—particularly involving Sandy’s mother—tensions mount until a moment of reconciliation allows the characters to confront their conflicts. The play culminates in a poignant resolution, highlighting the enduring nature of love and forgiveness amidst the constraints of class and social conventions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Mackenzie, Donald A. (Donald Alexander), 1873-1936 |
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| Title | The real Mackay |
| Note | Reprinted from "The Dunedin Magazine" |
| Note | Reading ease score: 86.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Carol Brown, Mairi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (National Library of Scotland) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | One-act plays |
| Subject | English drama -- Scottish authors |
| Subject | Scottish drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75546 |
| Release Date | Mar 6, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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