
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.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (136K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-09-26
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1867–1933
Best known for The Forsyte Saga, this Nobel Prize-winning writer captured the tensions of class, money, and family life in England with unusual sharpness and sympathy. He also wrote plays that took on social and moral questions head-on.
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