Five Little Plays by Alfred Sutro

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Author Sutro, Alfred, 1863-1933
Title Five Little Plays
Note Reading ease score: 86.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents The man in the stalls
A marriage has been arranged....
The man on the kerb
The open door
The bracelet.
Credits Produced by Audrey Longhurst, Diane Monico and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Five Little Plays" by Alfred Sutro is a collection of one-act plays created in the early 20th century, particularly around the 1920s. The work illustrates various scenarios primarily involving modern relationships and societal norms, providing insights into the human condition through intersecting dialogues and character dynamics. The early play, "The Man in the Stalls," features Hector Allen, a frustrated play reader, and the complex relationships he shares with his wife, Betty, and their friend, Walter Cozens, highlighting themes of infidelity and the underlying tensions in marital bonds. The opening portion introduces "The Man in the Stalls," setting the scene in a comfortably furnished flat where Hector Allen expresses his dissatisfaction with the mundanity of his job critiquing plays. As Hector prepares to leave for yet another first-night performance, the dynamic starts to shift. Betty's interactions with Walter reveal a more intimate relationship as they share affectionate gestures while Hector is oblivious. The dialogue teases out the complexity of their situation, culminating in Hector's casual naivety as he heads out, leaving the tension of his wife and friend’s connection lingering in the air. This rich interplay sets up the emotional stakes and suggests future confrontations tied to the themes of love and betrayal. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English drama -- 20th century
Category Text
EBook-No. 14519
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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