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The Forcing House or the Cockpit Continued
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ISBN13: 9781025425849
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 308
Weight: 0.96
Height: 0.65 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Forcing House or the Cockpit Continued is a gripping four-act political drama by the prominent playwright and author Israel Zangwill. Serving as a direct sequel to his previous work, this play provides a profound and satirical examination of the volatile political landscapes of the early twentieth century. Set within a fictional European state, the narrative explores the chaotic transition from a monarchical regime to a revolutionary government, dissecting the mechanisms of power and the inevitable corruption of social ideals.
Zangwill utilizes sharp, intellectual dialogue to illustrate the tensions between socialism, democracy, and autocracy. The forcing house of the title serves as a metaphor for the accelerated and often violent social changes that attempt to reshape humanity, questioning whether such radical upheavals truly foster liberty or simply replace one form of tyranny with another. Rich in historical and philosophical resonance, The Forcing House is an essential work for those interested in the intersection of literature and political theory, showcasing Zangwill's unique ability to weave complex social commentary into the fabric of traditional stagecraft. The work remains a significant artifact of the post-World War I era, capturing the anxieties and ideological struggles of a world in transition.
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