| A Scrap of Paper: A Comedy in Three Acts Contributor(s): De Fabris, B. K. (Editor), Simpson, John Palgrave (Translator), Sardou, Victorien (Author) |
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ISBN: 1518761143 ISBN-13: 9781518761140 Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform OUR PRICE: $6.18 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Literary Collections - History - Drama |
| Physical Information: 0.15" H x 5" W x 7.99" (0.18 lbs) 72 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Victorien Sardou (1831-1908) was a French dramatist who dominated the French stage in the late 19th century. He is best remembered today for his development, along with Eugene Scribe, of the well-made play. The form has a strong Neoclassical flavor, involving a tight plot and a climax that takes place close to the end of the play. His work A Scrap of Paper (Les Pattes de mouche; 1860) is a model of the well-made play. A foolish letter, written by a young girl, Louise, to her young lover, Prosper, lies hidden in their post-office, a statue. Three years later the girl returns as a Baron's wife. The lover also returns, and both try to get possession of the letter in the statue, their efforts producing many comedy situations. |