Youth: A Play In Three Acts (1916)

By Miles Malleson

Book Overview

Youth: A Play In Three Acts is a dramatic work written by British playwright Miles Malleson and first published in 1916. The play is set in London and follows the story of a young man named Richard Barthwick, who is struggling to find his place in the world.As the play opens, Richard is about to embark on a new job and is excited about the prospect of making a name for himself. However, his enthusiasm quickly wanes as he becomes disillusioned with the corporate world and the people he encounters there.Throughout the play, Richard grapples with issues of identity, purpose, and morality, as he tries to navigate the complex social and economic landscape of early 20th century London. Along the way, he meets a cast of characters including his boss, his co-workers, and a group of anarchists who challenge his beliefs and force him to confront his own values.The play is divided into three acts, each of which explores a different aspect of Richard's journey. Act One introduces the characters and sets the stage for the conflicts to come, while Act Two delves deeper into Richard's relationships and struggles. Act Three brings the play to a dramatic conclusion, as Richard is forced to make a choice that will determine his future.Overall, Youth: A Play In Three Acts is a thought-provoking work that explores themes of youth, identity, and social justice. It is a timeless piece of literature that continues to resonate with readers and audiences today.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: 1164082507
• ISBN13: 9781164082507
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 84 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"