Publisher's Synopsis
The Eldest Son is a play written by John Galsworthy, which depicts a domestic drama in three acts. This particular edition is a large print version of the play, making it easier for those with visual impairments to read. The story revolves around the family of James Ollerenshaw, a wealthy businessman who has three sons. The eldest son, Jack, is the focus of the play, as he struggles to find his place in the family and in society. He is torn between his duty to his family and his desire to pursue his own dreams and passions. As the play unfolds, tensions rise between the family members, and secrets are revealed that threaten to tear them apart. The themes of duty, loyalty, and family are explored in depth, as the characters grapple with their own desires and the expectations of those around them. Overall, The Eldest Son is a powerful and thought-provoking play that delves into the complexities of family relationships and the struggles of finding one's place in the world.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 1916. English novelist and playwright, winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1932, Galsworthy became known for his portrayal of the British upper middle class and for his social satire. The Eldest Son is a play about injustice-how there is one law for the rich and another for the poor. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
