02243cam a22003133u 4500 52665 UtSlPG 20260610134220.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Baker, George M. (George Melville), 1832-1890 The Boston Dip: A Comedy, in One Act Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-07-28 Produced by David Edwards and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "The Boston Dip: A Comedy, in One Act" by George M. Baker is a comedic play written during the early 1870s. This book falls into the category of theatrical plays, specifically a one-act comedy, and it explores themes of social class, romance, and misunderstanding through its humorous dialogue and scenarios. The play reflects the societal context of the early 19th century, illustrating the dynamics surrounding social status, marriage, and the pursuit of elegance. The storyline revolves around the Mulligrub family, particularly the antics of Mrs. Hannah Mulligrub, who, while her husband is obliviously spying on her, engages a dancing master, Monsieur Adonis, to teach her the latest dance craze—the "Boston Dip." Meanwhile, the two daughters, Ida and Eva, navigate the romantic pursuits of two young men who show interest in them, adding layers of comedic confusion as mistaken identities and intentions unfold. The tension peaks when Mr. Mulligrub discovers a note that he misinterprets as a romantic liaison, leading to a series of humorous confrontations. Ultimately, the misunderstanding is cleared up, but not before a raucous display of farcical comedy leaves the audience entertained. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Comedy plays American drama -- 19th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52665 93499 93499