9781026056837 - Two Weeks Off de Nicholson, Kenyon; Barrows, Thomas (7 resultados)

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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - 'Two Weeks Off' is a spirited and charming three-act comedy that captures the social nuances and leisure culture of the late 1920s. Written by the noted playwright Kenyon Nicholson in collaboration with Thomas Barrows, the work centers on the quintessential American experience of the annual summer holiday. The narrative follows a diverse group of characters as they escape their daily routines for a fortnight of relaxation, only to find themselves entangled in a series of humorous misunderstandings, romantic pursuits, and the inevitable social frictions that arise in a holiday setting.With a keen ear for contemporary dialogue and a sharp eye for character, the authors provide a vivid portrait of middle-class aspirations and anxieties during a period of significant cultural energy. Nicholson, celebrated for his realistic and often gritty depictions of American life, here leans into a lighter, observational style that highlights the foibles and charms of his protagonists. 'Two Weeks Off' remains a significant example of early 20th-century American stagecraft, offering a nostalgic yet insightful look at the universal desire for reinvention and the complexities of human interaction when the constraints of work are temporarily removed.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. "Two Weeks Off" is a spirited and charming three-act comedy that captures the social nuances and leisure culture of the late 1920s. Written by the noted playwright Kenyon Nicholson in collaboration with Thomas Barrows, the work centers on the quintessential American experience of the annual summer holiday. The narrative follows a diverse group of characters as they escape their daily routines for a fortnight of relaxation, only to find themselves entangled in a series of humorous misunderstandings, romantic pursuits, and the inevitable social frictions that arise in a holiday setting.With a keen ear for contemporary dialogue and a sharp eye for character, the authors provide a vivid portrait of middle-class aspirations and anxieties during a period of significant cultural energy. Nicholson, celebrated for his realistic and often gritty depictions of American life, here leans into a lighter, observational style that highlights the foibles and charms of his protagonists. "Two Weeks Off" remains a significant example of early 20th-century American stagecraft, offering a nostalgic yet insightful look at the universal desire for reinvention and the complexities of human interaction when the constraints of work are temporarily removed.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. "Two Weeks Off" is a spirited and charming three-act comedy that captures the social nuances and leisure culture of the late 1920s. Written by the noted playwright Kenyon Nicholson in collaboration with Thomas Barrows, the work centers on the quintessential American experience of the annual summer holiday. The narrative follows a diverse group of characters as they escape their daily routines for a fortnight of relaxation, only to find themselves entangled in a series of humorous misunderstandings, romantic pursuits, and the inevitable social frictions that arise in a holiday setting.With a keen ear for contemporary dialogue and a sharp eye for character, the authors provide a vivid portrait of middle-class aspirations and anxieties during a period of significant cultural energy. Nicholson, celebrated for his realistic and often gritty depictions of American life, here leans into a lighter, observational style that highlights the foibles and charms of his protagonists. "Two Weeks Off" remains a significant example of early 20th-century American stagecraft, offering a nostalgic yet insightful look at the universal desire for reinvention and the complexities of human interaction when the constraints of work are temporarily removed.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.