Mary Goes First: A Comedy In Three Acts And An Epilogue (1915)

Mary Goes First is a comedy play written by Henry Arthur Jones and first published in 1915. The play is divided into three acts and an epilogue, and tells the story of a wealthy woman named Mary who is engaged to a man named George. When George's best friend, Jack, comes to visit, he and Mary start to develop feelings for each other, leading to a series of misunderstandings and comedic situations.Throughout the play, the characters grapple with issues of class, gender roles, and societal expectations. Mary, in particular, is portrayed as a strong-willed and independent woman who is not afraid to challenge traditional norms. The play also features a cast of colorful characters, including Mary's eccentric aunt and a group of bumbling servants.Overall, Mary Goes First is a lighthearted and entertaining play that offers a glimpse into the social mores and attitudes of early 20th century England.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.