02396cam a22003373u 4500 49918 UtSlPG 20260610134140.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Maugham, W. Somerset (William Somerset), 1874-1965 The Land of Promise: A Comedy in Four 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 Land of Promise: A Comedy in Four Acts" by W. Somerset Maugham is a play written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the character Norah Marsh, who has just left a difficult position as a companion to an elderly woman and is navigating her newfound independence and the challenges that come with it. The play appears to explore themes of social class, gender roles, and the search for happiness and fulfillment in life. The opening of the play introduces Norah at the house of her former employer, Miss Wickham, who has recently passed away. As Norah meets her old acquaintance Miss Pringle, they discuss the deeply fraught relationship Norah had with Miss Wickham, highlighting Norah’s struggles and emotional turmoil. Following the funeral, the focus shifts to the reading of Miss Wickham's will, leading to revelations that amplify Norah's sense of disappointment and betrayal. The act delves into the complexities of human emotions and relationships, presenting a rich tapestry of characters who reflect varying responses to grief, responsibility, and ambition. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English drama -- 20th century Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Drama Canada -- Description and travel -- Drama Canada -- Emigration and immigration -- History -- Drama https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49918 90756 90756