The Social Plays of Arthur Wing Pinero: The Thunderbolt; Mid-Channel (1922)

The Social Plays of Arthur Wing Pinero is a collection of two plays, The Thunderbolt and Mid-Channel, written by the renowned British playwright Arthur Wing Pinero. Published in 1922, this book presents a glimpse into the social lives of the upper class in Edwardian England. The Thunderbolt is a drama that explores the themes of love and betrayal. The play revolves around the character of Lady Cicely Waynflete, who is married to an older man but falls in love with a younger man. The story takes a dramatic turn when Lady Cicely's husband discovers her infidelity and confronts her. The play ends with a shocking revelation that leaves the audience questioning the characters' motives and actions.Mid-Channel is a comedy that satirizes the social conventions of the upper class. The play focuses on a group of wealthy individuals who are traveling on a yacht to France. The characters' interactions and conversations reveal their shallow and superficial nature, and the play highlights the absurdity of their behavior. Overall, The Social Plays of Arthur Wing Pinero provides a fascinating insight into the social dynamics of Edwardian England. Pinero's writing style is witty and engaging, and his characters are complex and multifaceted. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in British literature, drama, or social history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.