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Lively Plays for Live People
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781023464154
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 300
Weight: 0.93
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Experience the timeless humor of Lively Plays for Live People by Thomas Stewart Denison. This collection showcases the enduring appeal of American one-act plays, offering a delightful escape into the world of comedic farce. A staple of American drama and theatre, these carefully selected works provide a glimpse into a bygone era of entertainment, where wit and charm reigned supreme.
Perfect for theatre enthusiasts, students, and anyone seeking a lighthearted and engaging read, these plays are ripe with farcical situations and memorable moments. Explore the genre of classic farces through this collection of concise and impactful dramas. This republication brings these lively plays back to life, offering a valuable resource for those interested in the history of theatre and the art of comedic storytelling. Rediscover the joy of pure, unadulterated humor with this anthology of one-act farces.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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