Publisher's Synopsis
Gloria Mundi is a one-act play written by Patricia Brown. The play is set in a small English village and revolves around the character of Mrs. Maitland, a wealthy widow who has recently returned from a trip to Africa. Mrs. Maitland is eager to share her experiences with her friends and acquaintances, but she soon realizes that they are more interested in her money than her stories.As the play progresses, Mrs. Maitland's relationships with her friends and neighbors become increasingly strained. She is forced to confront the reality that her wealth has created a barrier between her and the people she cares about. In the end, Mrs. Maitland is left alone, contemplating the emptiness of her life and the meaning of her existence.Through its portrayal of Mrs. Maitland's struggles, Gloria Mundi explores themes of loneliness, isolation, and the corrosive effects of wealth. The play is a powerful commentary on the human condition and the ways in which our desires and ambitions can lead us astray. With its vivid characters and poignant story, Gloria Mundi is a thought-provoking work that will resonate with readers long after the final curtain has fallen.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
