The Brothers: A Play In Five Acts (1843)

By Thomas Smelt

Book Overview

The Brothers: A Play In Five Acts is a dramatic work written by Thomas Smelt and first published in 1843. The play tells the story of two brothers, Edwin and Arthur, who are torn apart by jealousy, ambition, and betrayal. Edwin is the elder brother and a successful businessman, while Arthur is a struggling artist. When Edwin becomes engaged to the woman Arthur loves, the brothers' relationship deteriorates rapidly. As the play progresses, the brothers' feud intensifies, leading to a tragic and dramatic conclusion. The play explores themes of love, jealousy, family, and the destructive nature of ambition. It is written in five acts and is a classic example of Victorian-era drama. The Brothers: A Play In Five Acts remains a popular work of literature and has been adapted for the stage and screen numerous times.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: 1165524619
• ISBN13: 9781165524617
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 76 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"