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Baker, George M. (George Melville)
1832
1890
Baker, George Melville
Baker, G. M. (George Melville)
Poison: A Farce
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"Poison: A Farce" by George M. Baker is a comedic play written in the late 19th century. The work is a farce that explores themes of misunderstanding and mistaken identity, centering around the amusing misadventures of its characters. The setting is primarily in the breakfast room of a suburban villa, highlighting the domestic hilarities that ensue. The story revolves around Mr. Theophilus Twitters, a retired sugar merchant, who is beset by a series of comedic complications. As he prepares for a journey, he faces interference from various characters, including his daughter's suitor, Dr. Squillcox, and the mother of his late wife. Amidst the chaos of breakfast interruptions and an ominous letter warning of poison in his sugar, Twitters navigates through misunderstandings that threaten his plans and familial relationships. The characters' interactions lead to humorous situations, culminating in an outrageous resolution where mistaken identities and motives are revealed, making for a lively and entertaining performance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 88.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Comedy plays
American drama -- 19th century
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