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The Land Of Promise: A Comedy In Four Acts (1922)

The Land Of Promise: A Comedy In Four Acts (1922)

Maugham, W. Somerset

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ISBN10: 116389219X
ISBN13: 9781163892190
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 170
Weight: 0.52
Height: 0.36 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Land of Promise is a play written by the renowned English author, W. Somerset Maugham. It was first published in 1922 and is a comedy in four acts. The story follows the lives of two young and ambitious Englishmen, Tom and John, who decide to leave their mundane lives behind and start a new life in the fictional country of Samolo. The play is set in the early 20th century and explores themes such as colonialism, greed, and the pursuit of happiness. Tom and John are both eager to make a fortune in Samolo, which they believe is a land of opportunity. However, things do not go as planned, and they soon find themselves caught up in a web of deceit, corruption, and political intrigue.As the story unfolds, Tom and John find themselves in increasingly absurd situations, which they try to navigate with varying degrees of success. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a corrupt governor, a scheming businessman, and a beautiful but manipulative woman.Despite its comedic tone, The Land of Promise also offers a sharp critique of colonialism and the exploitation of native peoples. Maugham uses his characters to explore the moral implications of imperialism and the consequences of unchecked ambition.Overall, The Land of Promise is a witty and engaging play that offers both entertainment and social commentary. It remains a classic of English literature and a testament to Maugham's skill as a playwright.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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