Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
'One of the Family' is a vibrant three-act comedy that delves into the intricate and often hilarious tensions of domestic life. Written by Kenneth Webb, this play captures the essence of 1920s social dynamics through the lens of a newly married couple struggling to find their footing. The story revolves around Henry Adams, who finds himself caught in a tug-of-war between his devoted new wife and his demanding, traditionalist sisters who are unwilling to let go of their brother.Through witty dialogue and clever situational comedy, Webb explores themes of independence, marital loyalty, and the classic 'in-law' conflict. The work stands as a quintessential example of the light-hearted domestic satires that were popular on the American stage during the interwar period. By highlighting the absurdities of family interference and the growing pains of a new household, 'One of the Family' provides an insightful and entertaining look at the universal quest for personal autonomy within a close-knit family structure.This work remains a significant piece of American theatrical history, showcasing the era’s taste for sophisticated humor and relatable character-driven narratives.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.
