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Rollo's Wild Oat
by Clare Kummer
'Rollo's Wild Oat' Summary
Rollo's Wild Oat by Clare Kummer is a hilarious comedy about a young man named Rollo who decides to sow his wild oats before settling down. Rollo leaves his home and family in the country and moves to New York City, where he takes up residence in a bohemian apartment building. He soon falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Jane, but their relationship is complicated by Rollo's wild lifestyle.
Rollo's friends encourage him to live life to the fullest, and he spends his days and nights partying and carousing. However, he soon realizes that he is not cut out for a life of wild abandon. He misses his family and his home, and he begins to regret his decision to leave.
One night, Rollo gets into a fight with one of his friends, and he is arrested. He is released from jail the next day, but he is now a changed man. He realizes that he needs to get his life together, and he decides to return to his old life.
Rollo returns to his home in the country, and he is reunited with his family and friends. He also apologizes to Jane for his behavior, and she forgives him. Rollo eventually proposes to Jane, and they get married.
In the end, Rollo learns that it is important to be true to yourself, and that the most important things in life are family, love, and friendship.
Rollo's Wild Oat is a timeless comedy that is sure to entertain readers of all ages. Kummer's writing is witty and insightful, and her characters are relatable and charming. The play offers a humorous and thought-provoking look at the themes of love, family, and self-discovery.
Rollo's journey from wild youth to responsible adult is a universal one. Many people experience a period of rebellion and experimentation in their early adulthood, but eventually they realize that they need to settle down and start building a life for themselves. Rollo's story is a reminder that it is never too late to change your ways and become the person you are meant to be.
The play also explores the importance of family and love. Rollo learns that he cannot truly be happy without the support of his family and friends. He also realizes that true love is worth fighting for. Jane's forgiveness of Rollo shows that love is patient and kind, and that it can overcome even the most difficult challenges.
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Clare Kummer
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Clare Kummer was an American composer, lyricist, and playwright. She was born in Allegheny City, Pennsylvania, on January 9, 1873, and died in New York City on April 21, 1958. Kummer was a prolific wr...
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