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The Sentimentalists An Unfinished Comedy
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ISBN10: 9374837900
ISBN13: 9789374837900
Publisher: Double 9 Books
Published: Nov 1 2025
Pages: 38
Weight: 0.12
Height: 0.09 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
ISBN13: 9789374837900
Publisher: Double 9 Books
Published: Nov 1 2025
Pages: 38
Weight: 0.12
Height: 0.09 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
The sentimentalists: An unfinished comedy is an unfinished comedy that examines the intricacies of love, marriage, and personal identity within the constraints of social expectations. Set in a tranquil Surrey garden, the narrative portrays a web of emotions where individuals struggle to reconcile desire with duty. The work captures the tension between inner longing and the moral codes imposed by society, revealing how emotional authenticity often conflicts with conventional ideals. Through reflective dialogue and moments of humor, the story delves into questions of independence, affection, and the delicate balance between sincerity and pretense in relationships. It presents a portrait of individuals yearning to define themselves while bound by the expectations of propriety. The conversations in the play blend wit and introspection, illustrating how human sentiment becomes both a source of fulfillment and confusion. This unfinished piece demonstrates a perceptive look at the contradictions of romantic aspiration and self-understanding, where personal freedom contends with the subtle dictates of social conformity.
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