Pilkerton's Peerage: A Comedy In Four Acts (1908)

By Anthony Hope

Book Overview

Pilkerton's Peerage: A Comedy In Four Acts (1908) is a play written by British author Anthony Hope. The story revolves around the Pilkerton family, who are desperate to gain entry into the aristocratic society of England. They come up with a plan to create a fake peerage title, hoping that it will allow them to mingle with the upper class. However, things quickly spiral out of control as they struggle to maintain their deception and keep up appearances. The play is filled with witty dialogue, humorous situations, and a cast of colorful characters. It is a satirical commentary on the social climbing and obsession with status that was prevalent in British society at the time. Pilkerton's Peerage is a timeless classic that continues to entertain audiences with its clever humor and insightful commentary on human nature.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: 1166945200
• ISBN13: 9781166945206
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"