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Loyalties: A Drama in Three Acts

Loyalties: A Drama in Three Acts

Galsworthy, John

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ISBN10: 1025817540
ISBN13: 9781025817545
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 128
Weight: 0.42
Height: 0.27 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Loyalties is a compelling drama in three acts that explores the intricate web of social allegiances and the corrosive nature of prejudice in post-World War I England. The play centers on the theft of a large sum of money during a house party at a country estate, an event that sets off a chain reaction of accusations and defensive posturing. As Ferdinand De Levis, a wealthy Jewish outsider, accuses Captain Ronald Dancy of the crime, the various characters find their loyalties tested-to their class, their race, their profession, and their personal friendships.

John Galsworthy's masterfully constructed narrative delves into the complexities of human integrity and the often-contradictory demands of honor. Through sharp dialogue and a tense atmosphere, the work examines how tribalism can blind individuals to the truth and undermine the foundations of justice. Loyalties remains a poignant critique of the British establishment, highlighting the fragility of social cohesion when confronted with uncomfortable truths. This play is a seminal work in early 20th-century literature, offering profound insights into the moral dilemmas that define society.

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