| Author |
Morley, Christopher, 1890-1957 |
| Title |
Thursday Evening: A Comedy in One Act
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive
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| Summary |
"Thursday Evening: A Comedy in One Act" by Christopher Morley is a play written in the early 20th century. This comedy unfolds in the small suburban kitchen of a young couple, exploring themes of marriage, domesticity, and the generational conflicts often tied to family life. The story captures the seemingly mundane yet emotionally charged interactions of Gordon and Laura Johns as they navigate the challenges of their roles and the influence of their respective mothers. The play centers around a dinner that leads to an escalating argument between Gordon and Laura as they grapple with their differing views on household management and their familial expectations. As they clean up after a dinner, tensions rise, revealing their frustrations about marriage, the roles of mothers-in-law, and the weight of societal expectations. The tension peaks when both mothers enter the scene, attempting to help but inadvertently intensifying the conflict. Ultimately, the couple's love is reaffirmed as they reconcile, realizing the importance of mutual support despite the pressures they face from their families. The work cleverly blends humor with poignant insights into the struggles of young marriage and the complexities of family dynamics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
One-act plays
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| Subject |
American drama -- 20th century
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| Subject |
Husband and wife -- Drama
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| Subject |
Mothers-in-law -- Drama
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
51984 |
| Release Date |
May 3, 2016 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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