The Treasurers

The Treasurers

John Cooke

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120341082
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The Treasurers: A Play is a dramatic work written by John Cooke and first published in 1842. The play is set in London and revolves around the story of two treasurers, Mr. Hardman and Mr. Taper, who are responsible for managing the finances of a wealthy merchant named Mr. Aubrey. However, when Mr. Aubrey’s son, Charles, returns from abroad with a gambling addiction and a large debt, the treasurers must find a way to cover up his financial troubles and protect Mr. Aubrey’s reputation.As the play unfolds, a series of twists and turns ensue, with the treasurers becoming embroiled in a web of deceit and corruption. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a scheming lawyer, a vengeful creditor, and a beautiful but dangerous woman.Through its clever plot and witty dialogue, The Treasurers explores themes of greed, power, and the corrupting influence of money. It is a timeless work of literature that continues to be studied and performed today, offering a fascinating glimpse into the social and political landscape of nineteenth-century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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