A Fool For Luck: A Comedy In Two Acts (1889)
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ISBN10: 1120117356
ISBN13: 9781120117359
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 24 2009
Pages: 58
Weight: 0.20
Height: 0.12 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781120117359
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 24 2009
Pages: 58
Weight: 0.20
Height: 0.12 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Fool For Luck is a two-act comedy written by William Maynadier Browne and first published in 1889. The play revolves around the character of John B. Good, a young man who is convinced that he is cursed with bad luck. Despite his best efforts, he seems unable to shake off his ill fortune and is constantly finding himself in difficult situations. The play begins with John attempting to propose to his girlfriend, only to be interrupted by a series of mishaps that prevent him from doing so. As the play progresses, John's bad luck continues to follow him, leading him into a series of hilarious and absurd situations. Along the way, he encounters a cast of eccentric characters, including a fortune-teller, a pair of bumbling detectives, and a wealthy widow who takes a liking to him.Despite its comedic tone, A Fool For Luck also explores deeper themes of fate, destiny, and the power of positive thinking. Through John's journey, the play suggests that luck is not simply a matter of chance, but rather something that can be influenced by one's mindset and actions. Overall, A Fool For Luck is a witty and entertaining play that offers both laughs and food for thought. Its timeless themes and memorable characters have ensured its enduring popularity among audiences and readers alike.Also Contains Red Or White? A Decision In One Act.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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