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Title: The Boston Dip: A Comedy, in One Act
Credits:
Produced by David Edwards and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Boston Dip: A Comedy, in One Act" by George M. Baker is a comedic play written during the early 1870s. This book falls into the category of theatrical plays, specifically a one-act comedy, and it explores themes of social class, romance, and misunderstanding through its humorous dialogue and scenarios. The play reflects the societal context of the early 19th century, illustrating the dynamics surrounding social status, marriage, and the pursuit of elegance. The storyline revolves around the Mulligrub family, particularly the antics of Mrs. Hannah Mulligrub, who, while her husband is obliviously spying on her, engages a dancing master, Monsieur Adonis, to teach her the latest dance craze—the "Boston Dip." Meanwhile, the two daughters, Ida and Eva, navigate the romantic pursuits of two young men who show interest in them, adding layers of comedic confusion as mistaken identities and intentions unfold. The tension peaks when Mr. Mulligrub discovers a note that he misinterprets as a romantic liaison, leading to a series of humorous confrontations. Ultimately, the misunderstanding is cleared up, but not before a raucous display of farcical comedy leaves the audience entertained. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 88.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Baker, George M. (George Melville), 1832-1890
EBook No.: 52665
Published: Jul 28, 2016
Downloads: 133
Language: English
Subject: Comedy plays
Subject: American drama -- 19th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Boston Dip: A Comedy, in One Act
Credits:
Produced by David Edwards and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Boston Dip: A Comedy, in One Act" by George M. Baker is a comedic play written during the early 1870s. This book falls into the category of theatrical plays, specifically a one-act comedy, and it explores themes of social class, romance, and misunderstanding through its humorous dialogue and scenarios. The play reflects the societal context of the early 19th century, illustrating the dynamics surrounding social status, marriage, and the pursuit of elegance. The storyline revolves around the Mulligrub family, particularly the antics of Mrs. Hannah Mulligrub, who, while her husband is obliviously spying on her, engages a dancing master, Monsieur Adonis, to teach her the latest dance craze—the "Boston Dip." Meanwhile, the two daughters, Ida and Eva, navigate the romantic pursuits of two young men who show interest in them, adding layers of comedic confusion as mistaken identities and intentions unfold. The tension peaks when Mr. Mulligrub discovers a note that he misinterprets as a romantic liaison, leading to a series of humorous confrontations. Ultimately, the misunderstanding is cleared up, but not before a raucous display of farcical comedy leaves the audience entertained. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 88.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Baker, George M. (George Melville), 1832-1890
EBook No.: 52665
Published: Jul 28, 2016
Downloads: 133
Language: English
Subject: Comedy plays
Subject: American drama -- 19th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.