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An Improbable Comedy
EAN : 9791041989348
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EAN : 9791041989348
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- EAN13 : 9791041989348
- Réf. éditeur : 339933
- Date Parution : 27 mars 2024
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 82
- Format : H:220 mm L:170 mm E:5 mm
- Poids : 144gr
- Résumé : "The Master of Mrs. Chilvers: An Improbable Comedy" by Jerome K. Jerome is a satirical play that explores the dynamics of gender and politics in early 20th century Britain. The narrative unfolds in four acts, each set in a different location, highlighting the evolving roles of women in society and their quest for political representation. The play opens in the drawing-room of 91 Russell Square, where a group of women, led by Lady Mogton, discuss the implications of a recent legal decision that allows women to stand for Parliament. This decision sets the stage for a political contest between Annys Chilvers, a passionate advocate for women's rights, and her husband, Geoffrey Chilvers, a Member of Parliament and supporter of the women's movement. As the story progresses, the couple finds themselves in an unexpected rivalry when Annys is chosen to contest the upcoming by-election against her husband. The play delves into the complexities of their relationship, as they navigate the challenges of competing against each other while maintaining their personal bond. The narrative is enriched by a diverse cast of characters, including the fiery suffragette Elizabeth Spender, the pragmatic Phoebe Mogton, and the idealistic Janet Blake, each representing different facets of the women's suffrage movement. Jerome's play is a comedic yet insightful examination of the societal changes occurring during this period, using humor to address serious themes such as gender equality, marital dynamics, and the struggle for women's suffrage. The dialogue is sharp and witty, reflecting the tensions and aspirations of the era. Through its engaging characters and clever plot, "The Master of Mrs. Chilvers" offers a thought-provoking commentary on the intersection of gender and politics, making it a significant work in the canon of feminist literature.
- Biographie : Jerome Klapka Jerome (2 May 1859 - 14 June 1927) was an English writer and humourist, best known for the comic travelogue Three Men in a Boat (1889). Other works include the essay collections Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow (1886) and Second Thoughts of an Idle Fellow; Three Men on the Bummel, a sequel to Three Men in a Boat; and several other novels. Jerome was born in Walsall, England, and, although he was able to attend grammar school, his family suffered from poverty at times, as did he as a young man trying to earn a living in various occupations. In his twenties, he was able to publish some work, and success followed. He married in 1888, and the honeymoon was spent on a boat on the Thames; he published Three Men in a Boat soon afterwards. He continued to write fiction, non-fiction and plays over the next few decades, though never with the same level of success.
