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100 1 _aGalsworthy, John,
_d1867-1933
245 1 4 _aThe Pigeon: A Fantasy in Three Acts
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-09-26
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"The Pigeon: A Fantasy in Three Acts" by John Galsworthy is a play written during the early 20th century, reflecting the complex social dynamics of its time. The narrative centers on Christopher Wellwyn, an artist, and his daughter Ann, along with a cast of intriguing characters, including a flower-seller, her husband, and various figures from the social spectrum of London. The play explores themes of compassion, social responsibility, and the dynamics of giving, showcasing Wellwyn's struggle with his benevolent instinct amid the harsh realities of life for those less fortunate. At the start of the play, we are introduced to Wellwyn's studio on Christmas Eve, where he and Ann engage in a conversation about his generous nature and the challenges it presents. The scene is set during a snowy evening, creating a warm yet somber atmosphere as they reflect on the burdens of charity. Shortly after, they encounter Guinevere Megan, a flower-seller, seeking help, which ignites a series of compassionate interactions with other characters, including a cabman and a foreigner, Ferrand. Their dialogues reveal the stark contrasts between their lives, culminating in Wellwyn's internal conflict over his inclination to help those in need despite the risks involved, thereby laying the groundwork for the themes of social reform and human connection that will unfold throughout the play. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish drama
653 _aPhilanthropists -- Drama
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2913
999 _c44987
_d44987