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Coquette

Coquette

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ISBN10: 1025404726
ISBN13: 9781025404721
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 148
Weight: 0.85
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Coquette is a poignant and powerful three-act play that captures the complexities of Southern social codes and the tragic consequences of a young woman's pursuit of love. Set in a small town in the American South, the story revolves around Norma Besant, a charming and flirtatious young woman known as a coquette. While her father, Dr. Besant, holds rigid views on honor and family reputation, Norma finds herself deeply in love with Michael Jeffery, a man from a different social background whom her father despises.

As the tensions between traditional Southern values and personal desire reach a breaking point, the play unfolds into a gripping drama of misunderstanding and fatal consequences. Written by George Abbott and Ann Preston Bridgers, Coquette explores themes of patriarchal control, the double standards of the early 20th century, and the devastating impact of rigid societal expectations. Known for its emotional depth and realistic dialogue, this work remains a significant example of American theatrical tragedy from the late 1920s, highlighting the clash between youth's impulsiveness and the unyielding weight of tradition.

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