Loyalties

EAN : 9791041999170

GALSWORTHY JOHN

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EAN : 9791041999170

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041999170
Réf. éditeur : 345774
Date Parution : 23 avr. 2024
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 84
Format : H:220 mm L:170 mm E:5 mm
Poids : 147gr

Résumé

Résumé : "Loyalties" by John Galsworthy is a compelling exploration of honor, prejudice, and the complexities of social standing within the British upper class. The play unfolds in the setting of Meldon Court, a country house near Newmarket, where a theft occurs during a gathering of high society individuals. Ferdinand De Levis, a young and wealthy man of Jewish descent, reports the theft of a substantial sum of money from his room. Suspicion falls on Captain Ronald Dancy, a charismatic and financially troubled ex-soldier, known for his daring feats and impulsive nature. De Levis accuses Dancy of the theft, citing circumstantial evidence and Dancy's financial desperation as motives. The accusation is met with disbelief and indignation by the other guests, who are reluctant to accept that one of their own could be guilty of such a crime. The play delves into themes of loyalty, prejudice, and the unwritten codes of conduct that govern the behavior of the British elite. As the investigation unfolds, the characters are forced to confront their biases and the fragility of their social bonds. Galsworthy masterfully portrays the tension between personal honor and societal expectations, leaving the audience to ponder the true nature of justice and the cost of maintaining one's reputation. The play's resolution challenges the characters' loyalties and highlights the persistent evolution of prejudice and suspicion in human relationships.
Biographie : John Galsworthy OM (14 August 1867 - 31 January 1933) was an English novelist and playwright. He is best known for his trilogy of novels collectively called The Forsyte Saga, and two later trilogies, A Modern Comedy and End of the Chapter. He won the Nl Prize in Literature in 1932.