The Boston Dip: A Comedy, in One Act by George M. Baker
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"The Boston Dip: A Comedy, in One Act" by George M. Baker is a comedic play written during the early 1870s. This book falls into the category of theatrical plays, specifically a one-act comedy, and it explores themes of social class, romance, and misunderstanding through its humorous dialogue and scenarios. The play reflects the societal context of the early 19th century, illustrating the dynamics surrounding social status, marriage, and the pursuit of
elegance. The storyline revolves around the Mulligrub family, particularly the antics of Mrs. Hannah Mulligrub, who, while her husband is obliviously spying on her, engages a dancing master, Monsieur Adonis, to teach her the latest dance craze—the "Boston Dip." Meanwhile, the two daughters, Ida and Eva, navigate the romantic pursuits of two young men who show interest in them, adding layers of comedic confusion as mistaken identities and intentions unfold. The tension peaks when Mr. Mulligrub discovers a note that he misinterprets as a romantic liaison, leading to a series of humorous confrontations. Ultimately, the misunderstanding is cleared up, but not before a raucous display of farcical comedy leaves the audience entertained. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Baker, George M. (George Melville), 1832-1890 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Boston Dip: A Comedy, in One Act |
| Credits |
Produced by David Edwards and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 88.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Comedy plays |
| Subject | American drama -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 52665 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-52665-2 |
| Release Date | Jul 28, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 456 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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