Garden Varities

Garden Varities

Kenyon Nicholson

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Editorial:
Tradd Street Press
Año de edición:
2026
Materia
Obras de teatro, textos teatrales
ISBN:
9781025406718
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'Garden Varities' is a vibrant collection of six one-act plays by the acclaimed American playwright Kenyon Nicholson. Showcasing Nicholson’s mastery of short-form drama, this anthology explores various facets of human nature through a series of witty, poignant, and engaging theatrical sketches. The collection includes notable pieces such as 'The White Elephant,' 'The Bug Man,' and 'The Marriage of Little Eva,' each offering a unique glimpse into early 20th-century American life and social dynamics.Nicholson, known for his ability to craft relatable characters and sharp dialogue, provides a diverse range of scenarios that transition from lighthearted comedy to tense psychological drama. Whether depicting the domestic trials of a suburban couple or the humorous misunderstandings of a small-town community, 'Garden Varities' serves as an excellent example of the one-act play’s enduring appeal. This work remains a significant contribution to American theatrical literature, reflecting the creative energy and stylistic innovations of the 1920s stage. Ideal for students of drama, theater practitioners, and lovers of classic literature, this collection demonstrates why Nicholson was a respected voice in the American theater scene.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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