Magic - A Fantastic Comedy

By: Chesterton, G. K.

A conjuror's wand gleams beneath the gaslight; reason and faith lock eyes across a drawing-room carpet. In a world poised between Edwardian certainty and the tremors of modern doubt, this fantastic comedy play unfolds with wit as sharp as a rapier and questions that ripple far beyond the stage. Set against the backdrop of early 1900s Britain, its characters-each wrestling with the boundaries of belief, science, and illusion-invite readers into a philosophical dance where nothing is quite as it seems. The clash of reason and faith is rendered not as dry debate, but as living drama, laced with sly humour and the kind of magic that lingers long after the curtain falls. Rediscovered after decades out of print and now republished by Alpha Editions, this edition has been restored for today's and future generations. More than a mere reprint, it stands as a collector's item and a cultural treasure, offering a rare glimpse into the British stage play tradition at its most daring and delightful. Lovers of classic literature will recognise echoes of George Bernard Shaw and JB Priestley, yet the work's singular voice and audacious blending of magic and illusion set it apart as a touchstone for theatre enthusiasts and scholars alike. This play's enduring appeal lies in its ability to speak to the anxieties and aspirations of any age. Its philosophical themes-woven through sparkling dialogue and a plot that pirouettes between the real and the impossible-make it as relevant today as when it first captivated audiences in Edwardian England. Whether you are a casual reader drawn to the spell of classic drama or a collector seeking a lost gem of early twentieth century theatre, this restored volume invites you to step into a world where the ordinary shimmers with the extraordinary, and the boundaries of belief are always up for debate.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9374121476
• ISBN13: 9789374121474
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 78 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"