Seven-Twenty-Eight Or Casting The Boomerang

A Comedy Of Today, In Four Acts (1897)

von Augustin Daly

110 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Seven-Twenty-Eight Or Casting The Boomerang: A Comedy Of Today, In Four Acts is a play written by Augustin Daly in 1897. The play is set in New York City and follows the story of a wealthy businessman named John Brown. Brown is a self-made man who has risen from poverty to become one of the most successful businessmen in the city. However, his success has come at a cost, as he has neglected his family and made enemies along the way.The play begins with Brown returning home from a trip to Europe, where he has been conducting business. He is greeted by his wife, daughter, and son-in-law, who are all unhappy with his neglectful behavior. Brown's daughter, Grace, is particularly upset with him, as she feels that he has not given her the attention and support she needs in her own life.As the play progresses, Brown's enemies begin to close in on him, and he must use all of his wit and cunning to stay one step ahead. Along the way, there are many comedic moments, as well as some poignant scenes that explore the themes of family, love, and loyalty.Overall, Seven-Twenty-Eight Or Casting The Boomerang: A Comedy Of Today, In Four Acts is a witty and engaging play that offers a glimpse into the world of turn-of-the-century New York City. It is a timeless story that still resonates with audiences today, and it remains a classic of American theater.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.

• Themen: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Drama, Theaterstücke, Drehbücher
• ISBN: 9781120705310
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 21.11.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC