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The Admirable Crichton
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025369792
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 178
Weight: 0.94
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The status quo is dramatically upended when the family and their servants are shipwrecked on a deserted island. In this primitive environment, conventional social structures crumble as Crichton's resourcefulness and practical skills make him the natural leader. He becomes the Gov, while the aristocrats find themselves dependent on his ingenuity for their very survival.
Barrie's work is a sharp, witty examination of whether social standing is an inherent quality or a byproduct of civilization. The Admirable Crichton remains a cornerstone of early 20th-century drama, offering profound insights into human nature and the arbitrary boundaries of social rank. Its blend of drawing-room comedy and survivalist adventure continues to captivate readers with its timeless questions about power, competence, and the true meaning of nobility.
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