John Bull; Or, The Englishman's Fireside: A Comedy, in Five Acts by George Colman

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Author Colman, George, 1762-1836
Title John Bull; Or, The Englishman's Fireside: A Comedy, in Five Acts
Note Reading ease score: 85.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Bull_(play)
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Summary "John Bull; Or, The Englishman's Fireside: A Comedy, in Five Acts" by George Colman is a comedic play written in the early 19th century. It addresses themes of love, societal expectations, and the follies of human nature through its humorous characters and situations. The drama unfolds against a backdrop of relationships and conflicts, particularly revolving around the main character, Job Thornberry, who faces the distress of his daughter's departure and the impact of his friend's betrayal on his business. The opening of the play introduces the character Dennis Brulgruddery, who operates a struggling pub called the Red Cow on Muckslush Heath in Cornwall. He and his servant, Dan, express their woes about the state of their establishment and their lack of customers. As they discuss the arrival of a stranger, Peregrine, who has been shipwrecked, tensions rise with the sudden entrance of a distraught girl named Mary. She reveals her troubles stemming from a broken engagement, setting the stage for a mix of comedic misunderstandings, heartfelt moments, and the exploration of personal connections that characterize the unfolding story. The interactions between these diverse characters hint at the humorous chaos that will ensue, making it clear that the play will blend wit with deeper emotional undertones. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Comedies
Subject English drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 20177
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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