One Summer's Day, Comedy, in Three Acts (1900)
An early edition of H V Esmond's play
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Printing Details
Early printing. Paperback, stapled binding. 18 × 12.5cm, 63pp
One Summer’s Day is a sentimental three-act comedy that follows Major Dick Rudyard, a selfless soldier who has spent years raising the child of a deceased friend. Set against an idyllic backdrop by the River Thames, the plot blends a gentle romance with a touch of drama involving a blackmail attempt by a mysterious woman from Dick's past. Ultimately, the play explores themes of hidden nobility and sacrifice, as Dick’s attempts to push his love, Maysie, toward a younger suitor are overturned when she recognizes his true worth, leading to a nostalgic and happy resolution.
Condition
A reading copy. The covers are faded to the spine and edges and the staples have rusted, marking the paper.
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