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The Fugitive: A Play in Four Acts

By John Galsworthy
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The drama follows a comfortable but brittle marriage whose stability is tested when the wife seeks companionship with an unconventional writer. Scenes move between the couple's drawing-room, the writer's disorderly rooms, and a public restaurant, tracing gossip, family interventions, and the wife's gradual estrangement from domestic expectations. Characters debate loyalty, artistic temperament, and social respectability as misunderstandings and moral dilemmas accumulate. The four-act structure examines personal freedom versus duty, the contrast between provincial security and bohemian allure, and the social pressures that shape choices and consequences.

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John Galsworthy

John Galsworthy was an English novelist and playwright, best known for his literary exploration of social issues and the human condition. His most notable work, the Forsyte Saga, delves into the lives of a wealthy family in Victorian England, highlighting themes of class and morality. Galsworthy's writing is characterized by its keen observation and rich character development, often reflecting his own experiences and the societal changes of his time. In addition to his novels, he contributed significantly to the theatre with plays such as "A Family Man" and "The Complete Plays of John Galsworthy." His works remain an important part of early 20th-century literature, showcasing the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations.

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