The Magistrate
A Farce in Three Acts (1914)
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The Magistrate: A Farce In Three Acts is a play written by Arthur Wing Pinero and first published in 1914. The play is set in Victorian England and follows the story of a magistrate named Posket, who is known for his strict adherence to the law. However, when he marries a much younger woman, Agatha, he finds himself caught in a web of lies and deceit.Agatha's true age is revealed, and Posket is forced to confront the fact that he may have committed statutory rape. As he tries to extricate himself from the situation, he becomes embroiled in a series of hilarious misunderstandings and misadventu...
The Magistrate: A Farce In Three Acts is a play written by Arthur Wing Pinero and first published in 1914. The play is set in Victorian England and follows the story of a magistrate named Posket, who is known for his strict adherence to the law. However, when he marries a much younger woman, Agatha, he finds himself caught in a web of lies and deceit.Agatha's true age is revealed, and Posket is forced to confront the fact that he may have committed statutory rape. As he tries to extricate himself from the situation, he becomes embroiled in a series of hilarious misunderstandings and misadventures.The play is a classic example of farce, with mistaken identities, slapstick humor, and witty dialogue. It satirizes the Victorian era's strict moral code and the hypocrisy of the upper classes. Despite its comedic tone, the play also touches on serious themes such as sexual morality, social class, and the power dynamics between men and women.Overall, The Magistrate: A Farce In Three Acts is a witty and entertaining play that offers a glimpse into the social mores of Victorian England while also providing plenty of laughs.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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