Publisher's Synopsis
""He Who Gets Slapped"" is a play written by Russian author Leonid Andreyev. The story revolves around a scientist named Paul who is betrayed by his wife and colleague and loses everything he has worked for. He becomes a clown in a circus and performs under the name ""He Who Gets Slapped."" The play explores themes of love, betrayal, and the human condition. It is a tragic story that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the search for meaning in life. The play has been adapted into several films and has been performed on stages around the world. Andreyev's writing style is known for its psychological depth and exploration of the darker aspects of the human psyche. ""He Who Gets Slapped"" is a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences with its powerful storytelling and poignant themes.THIS 64 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Theatre Guild Anthology V1, by Leonid Andreyev. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419156225.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.
