Four Short Plays

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Four Short Plays

by John Galsworthy

EN·~1 hours

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A lively assortment of short dramas, this collection captures the bite‑and‑wit of everyday life with a keen eye for both comedy and subtle critique. Each piece offers a distinct setting—country homes, bustling streets, intimate parlors—while the dialogue crackles with the same brisk, observant rhythm that makes the scenes feel instantly familiar. The playwright’s talent for turning ordinary moments into sharp, memorable sketches shines through, inviting listeners to linger over the nuances of character and circumstance.

One of the opening sketches plunges us into a sun‑lit verandah where a frantic lady, a drenched terrier, and a wounded guest create a whirlwind of confusion. As servants scramble to restrain the mischievous dog and the men of the house argue over the best way to tend the injury, the rapid back‑and‑forth of the dialogue reveals both the absurdity and the affection hidden beneath polite society. The humor is grounded in the characters’ earnest attempts to maintain decorum amid chaos.

Overall, the plays balance humor with a gentle observation of social mores, making each episode a compact, entertaining glimpse into a world where even the smallest mishap can spark a cascade of lively interaction.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (67K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David Widger

Release date

2004-09-26

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

John Galsworthy

John Galsworthy

1867–1933

Best known for creating the Forsyte family, this English novelist and playwright wrote sharply about wealth, social ambition, and the quiet damage people do to one another. His work combines elegant storytelling with a strong sense of fairness and sympathy.

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