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The Play's the Thing

The Play's the Thing

Wodehouse, P. G.

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1025383451
ISBN13: 9781025383453
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 152
Weight: 0.86
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Play's the Thing is a sparkling comedy of manners and theatrical wit, masterfully adapted by the legendary humorist P. G. Wodehouse from Ferenc Molnár's original work. Set in a luxurious castle on the Italian Riviera, the story follows a playwright's clever attempt to save a young composer's engagement after the young man accidentally overhears his fiancée in a compromising conversation.

With Wodehouse's signature verbal dexterity and impeccable sense of timing, the narrative unfolds as a meta-theatrical farce where the characters must stage an impromptu performance to explain away a real-life scandal. This work serves as a brilliant example of early 20th-century high comedy, blending sophisticated dialogue with absurd situations. The narrative explores themes of romantic jealousy, the art of deception, and the redemptive power of the theater itself. The Play's the Thing is a delightful romp that showcases the charm and lightheartedness that defined the Golden Age of humor. It remains a celebrated piece of comedic literature, highlighting Wodehouse's unique ability to transform a dramatic premise into a symphony of laughs.

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