In Honour Bound: An Original Play, in One Act. by Sydney Grundy
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About this eBook
| Author | Grundy, Sydney, 1848-1914 |
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| Contributor | Scribe, Eugène, 1791-1861 |
| Title |
In Honour Bound: An Original Play, in One Act. (Suggested by Scribe's Five Act Comedy, "Une Chaine.") |
| Note | Reading ease score: 87.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Paul Haxo from page images generously made available by the Internet Archive and the University of Toronto Libraries. |
| Summary | "In Honour Bound: An Original Play, in One Act." by Sydney Grundy is a theatrical play written in the late 19th century. This play, primarily a comedy, explores themes of love, promises, and social propriety through the interactions of its characters within a single act. Set within the social context of the Victorian era, it delves into the intricate complications that arise from romantic entanglements and the societal expectations surrounding them. The storyline revolves around Sir George Carlyon, a barrister, and his interactions with Philip Graham, who has just returned from traveling abroad. Philip reveals to Sir George that he is engaged to a lovely girl named Rose Dalrymple, who unexpectedly turns out to be Sir George’s niece. As the characters navigate this revelation, they confront issues of past romantic ties that threaten Philip's future happiness. The tension mounts as secrets and misunderstandings are revealed, culminating in a pivotal moment where responsibilities and emotional attachments are evaluated. Through witty dialogue and the unfolding drama, the play reflects on the burdens of past love and the quest for personal happiness amidst societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English drama -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41369 |
| Release Date | Nov 16, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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