TY - BOOK AU - Merrick,Leonard AU - Prothero,John K. TI - The Man Who Was Good AV - PR PY - 2013/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Physicians -- Fiction KW - Conduct of life -- Fiction KW - Man-woman relationships -- Fiction N1 - Release date is 2013-09-28; Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Scans generously made available by the Internet Archive - University of Toronto, Robarts Library.); Original publication data not identified N2 - "The Man Who Was Good" by Leonard Merrick is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores the struggles and aspirations of theatrical life, particularly focusing on characters connected to the stage, such as chorus girls and actors. Much of the novel revolves around the complex relationships between these characters, particularly emphasizing themes of fidelity, ambition, and the harsh realities of life in the performing arts. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to the world of theatrical performers through a dressing-room scene where several women converse after a show. Among them, Mrs. Carew reveals her connection to Mr. Seaton Carew, an actor who has been preoccupied with a mysterious meeting with Miss Westland, a fellow performer. Mrs. Carew's contemplative nature hints at underlying tensions in their relationship as she grapples with uncertainty about her husband's actions. The opening sets the groundwork for the exploration of love, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of opportunity against the backdrop of the theater, showcasing the vibrant yet volatile lives of those seeking success in an unforgiving industry. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43837 ER -