The Private Secretary: A Farcical Comedy In Three Acts

By Charles Hawtrey

Book Overview

The Private Secretary is a farcical comedy play written by Charles Hawtrey. The play is divided into three acts and follows the story of a young man named Charles who is appointed as a private secretary to the wealthy and eccentric Mr. Pim. Charles soon discovers that Mr. Pim is not what he seems and is actually a con artist who is planning to swindle his creditors. As Charles tries to prevent Mr. Pim's scheme from being exposed, he becomes entangled in a web of lies and deceit, leading to hilarious and chaotic situations. Along the way, Charles also falls in love with Mr. Pim's daughter, leading to even more complications. The play is known for its witty dialogue, fast-paced action, and absurd situations that keep the audience entertained and engaged. Overall, The Private Secretary is a classic example of a farcical comedy that is sure to leave audiences laughing and entertained.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: 1432533134
• ISBN13: 9781432533137
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 92 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"