Plays: Second Series

By John Galsworthy

Plays: Second series presents a collection of dramatic works that explore the intricate tensions shaping social expectations, personal duty, and evolving moral boundaries. The plays focus on the subtle conflicts within a household the conversations reveal how individuals navigate loyalty, desire, and the pressure to uphold long-standing traditions. A gathering at a country home gradually uncovers financial anxieties, emotional strain, and the underlying power imbalances that influence daily interactions. As relationships tighten under these pressures, the narrative shows how rigid social divisions complicate personal choices and shape the direction of affection and obligation. Each play blends reflections on class, inner conflict, and the effort to balance personal truth with external demands, offering a layered look at how people attempt to maintain stability amid shifting emotional and social landscapes. This creates an intricate examination of the forces that guide human behavior and the quiet battles that unfold within structured environments.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9375556271
• ISBN13: 9789375556275
• Release Date: November 2025
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 158 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"