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 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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