Mr. Punch's Dramatic Sequels
by St. John Emile Clavering Hankin
'Mr. Punch's Dramatic Sequels' Summary
Mr. Punch's Dramatic Sequels is a collection of fourteen humorous one-act plays that provide witty ‘sequels’ to famous dramas. Hankin delves into the aftermath of well-known plays like Hamlet, Lady Windermere's Fan, and The School for Scandal, providing humorous resolutions to questions left unanswered in the originals. Each play is a clever and entertaining take on the source material, with characters engaging in playful banter and witty dialogue. The collection showcases Hankin's talent for satire and his ability to cleverly manipulate familiar plotlines. The reader will find much amusement in these charming and insightful pieces, which offer new and surprising perspectives on beloved theatrical works.Book Details
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