02536cam a22003373u 4500 49916 UtSlPG 20260610134140.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Maugham, W. Somerset (William Somerset), 1874-1965 The Tenth Man: A Tragic Comedy in Three Acts The 10th Man: A Tragic Comedy in Three Acts Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-09-09 Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) "The Tenth Man: A Tragic Comedy in Three Acts" by W. Somerset Maugham is a play written in the early 20th century. The central theme revolves around interpersonal relationships and societal expectations, focusing primarily on the characters of Catherine Winter and George Winter as they navigate the complexities of love, betrayal, and financial ruin intertwined with the pressures of public image. At the start of the play, we are introduced to the drawing-room of Lord Francis Etchingham, where he and his wife discuss their daughter Catherine’s unexpected departure from her husband, George Winter, a powerful financier. As the couple grapples with their daughter’s decision and the potential fallout, it becomes evident that George's influence extends beyond their family dynamics, intertwining with business interests and the public's perception. The dialogue reveals tension between Catherine's need for autonomy and George's manipulative tactics, setting the stage for the moral dilemmas and conflicts that will unfold. This opening portion establishes a gripping narrative that hints at deeper themes of power, integrity, and the consequences of choices within a societal framework, inviting readers into a world where personal desires clash with obligations and reputations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Married people -- Drama English drama -- 20th century Capitalists and financiers -- Drama https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49916 90754 90754