Six Short Plays

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Six Short Plays

by John Galsworthy

EN·~2 hours

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A compact set of six one‑act dramas showcases the sharp observational eye and moral curiosity that define this playwright’s work. Each piece captures a slice of everyday life—whether in a modest drawing‑room, a bustling street, or a quiet garden—and lets ordinary characters confront extraordinary choices. The plays range from quiet domestic moments to sudden confrontations, offering listeners a varied portrait of early‑twentieth‑century society and its hidden conflicts.

The opening piece thrusts the audience into a dimly lit study where two brothers meet after a long night. One, weary and nervous, confesses to a violent act that has shattered his peace, while the other wrestles between anger, disbelief, and reluctant compassion. Their tense dialogue, set against the glow of a fireplace, explores themes of guilt, loyalty, and the desperate search for redemption, inviting listeners to linger on the fragile balance between law and conscience.

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Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (136K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2004-09-26

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

John Galsworthy

John Galsworthy

1867–1933

Best known for The Forsyte Saga, this Nobel Prize-winning English writer had a sharp eye for family tensions, class, and the quiet pressures of modern life. His novels and plays are remembered for combining strong storytelling with a steady concern for fairness and social reform.

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