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The Constant Wife

The Constant Wife

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This witty and engaging comedy of manners, written by W. Somerset Maugham, follows the story of Constance Middleton, a devoted wife and mother who finds herself torn between her duties to her family and her growing feelings for her husband's friend. As Constance navigates the complexities of her relationships, she must confront the societal expectations placed upon her and decide what truly matters. With its sharp dialogue and clever characterizations, this play is a delightful exploration of the intricacies of marriage, friendship, and social class. Maugham's masterful storytelling weaves together a rich tapestry of relationships, revealing the secrets and desires that lie beneath the surface of a seemingly ordinary life. This timeless classic continues to captivate audiences with its nuanced portrayal of human nature.
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This witty and engaging comedy of manners, written by W. Somerset Maugham, follows the story of Constance Middleton, a devoted wife and mother who finds herself torn between her duties to her family and her growing feelings for her husband's friend. As Constance navigates the complexities of her relationships, she must confront the societal expectations placed upon her and decide what truly matters. With its sharp dialogue and clever characterizations, this play is a delightful exploration of the intricacies of marriage, friendship, and social class. Maugham's masterful storytelling weaves together a rich tapestry of relationships, revealing the secrets and desires that lie beneath the surface of a seemingly ordinary life. This timeless classic continues to captivate audiences with its nuanced portrayal of human nature.
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Who's Gonna Shoe Your Pretty Feet

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Greensleeves

Wreck Of The Old Ninety-Seven

Rich Old Lady

Mary, What Will You Call That Pretty Little Baby

Take My Love By The Hand

Gilgarry Mountain (Darlin' Sportin' Jenny)

Hangman

Where Does It Lead

This Land Is Your Land

Day We Went Tae Rothesay

Banks Of The Ohio

Wild Mountain Thyme

As I Roved Out

The Butcher And The Tailor's Wife

Old Blue

Banks Of The Virgie-O

Whiskey-O, Johnny-O

Yellow Rose Of Texas

Josie

Gotta Travel On

Hammer Song

All My Sorrows

Stay Away From The Girls

Froggie Went A-Courting

Nobody Knows You When You're Down And Out

St. James Infirmary

John Riley

Merchant And The Fiddler's Wife

All My Trials

Lomir Zich Iberbeten

Pretty Boy Floyd

John Henry

Nicky Tams

Hangin' Johnny

The Poor Co-Pilot

Dulcimer Medley: Shady Grove/Old King Cole/Skip To My Lou

The Jolly Miller

I Know Where I'm Going

There Was An Oul' Woman In Our Town

Well, Well, Well

Love Henry

John Anderson, My Jo

When I First Came To This Land

Wayfaring Stranger

Scandalize My Name

Details
  • Genre: Literary studies: plays & playwrights, Plays, playscripts, PERFORMING ARTS, Theater, Playwriting, DRAMA, European, English, Irish, Scottish, Wels
  • Product Type: BOOK
  • Barcode: 9781350584594
  • Release Date: June 20, 2025
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