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Tarkington, Booth
1869
1946
Tarkington, Newton Booth
Tarkington, B. (Booth)
Van Loot, Cornelius Obenchain
The Trysting Place: A Farce in One Act
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"The Trysting Place: A Farce in One Act" by Booth Tarkington is a comedic play written in the early 20th century. This theatrical piece is set in a country hotel and revolves around themes of love, mistaken identities, and the complexities of interpersonal relationships. Tarkington's work, known for its social commentary and wit, presents a humorous exploration of romance and societal expectations. The play unfolds in a secluded hotel lounge, where Mrs. Curtis, a widow, finds herself at the center of attention from Lancelot Briggs, a young man infatuated with her. Throughout the act, Lancelot grapples with his feelings and the obstacles posed by his family, while Mrs. Curtis acts coyly, encouraging him to dance with younger women. The situation becomes more complicated with the arrival of Lancelot's mother and sister, alongside Mrs. Curtis’ secret rendezvous with another man. Amidst misunderstandings and comedic chaos, the characters navigate their romantic entanglements, leading to unexpected revelations and humorous tensions. The play captures the innocence of youth and the complexity of adult relationships in a light-hearted manner. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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American drama -- 20th century
Man-woman relationships -- Drama
Farces
Hotels -- Drama
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Category: Romance
Category: Humour
Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
Category: American Literature
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