The Ambassador: A Comedy In Four Acts (1898)
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ISBN10: 1164088025
ISBN13: 9781164088028
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 186
Weight: 0.56
Height: 0.40 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781164088028
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 186
Weight: 0.56
Height: 0.40 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Ambassador: A Comedy In Four Acts is a play written by John Oliver Hobbes and first published in 1898. The story revolves around the character of the British ambassador to a fictional European country, Sir Henry Harcourt. He is a charming and witty man who is well-liked by everyone, including the local aristocracy and the king himself. However, his personal life is in shambles, as his wife has left him for another man and he is struggling to come to terms with his loneliness.The play follows Sir Henry as he navigates the complex political landscape of the country, trying to maintain good relations with the king and his advisors while also dealing with his own personal problems. Along the way, he meets a number of colorful characters, including a flirtatious countess, a scheming journalist, and a group of revolutionaries who are plotting to overthrow the government.Despite the serious themes of politics and revolution, The Ambassador is primarily a comedy, filled with witty dialogue, clever plot twists, and hilarious misunderstandings. It explores the themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal, and ultimately leaves the reader with a sense of hope and optimism for the future. The play was well-received by audiences and critics alike when it was first performed, and it remains a popular work of literature to this day.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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