The Secretary: A Play, In Five Acts (1843)
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""The Secretary: A Play, In Five Acts"" is a dramatic work written by James Sheridan Knowles and first published in 1843. The play follows the story of a secretary named Edmund, who is in love with his employer's daughter, Julia. However, Julia is already engaged to another man, and Edmund must navigate the complications of his feelings while also dealing with the political intrigue and power struggles of the time. As the plot unfolds, Edmund finds himself caught up in a web of deceit and betrayal, with his loyalty to his employer and his love for Julia constantly at odds. The play explores themes of love, duty, and the corrupting influence of power, and is considered a classic example of Victorian-era drama. With its complex characters and intricate plot, ""The Secretary"" remains a popular work for stage productions and literary analysis alike.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.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1104328283
ISBN13:9781104328283
Release Date:April 2009
Publisher:Kessinger Publishing
Length:80 Pages
Weight:0.26 lbs.
Dimensions:0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"
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