The Girl with the Green Eyes (eBook)

A Play in Four Acts

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2022
61 Seiten
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The Girl with the Green Eyes - Clyde Fitch
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Clyde Fitch's 'The Girl with the Green Eyes' is a scintillating work of dramatic literature, elegantly composed as a play in four acts. It is a deft exploration of the complexities of human nature and relationships, set against the social mores and expectations of its time. Fitch employs crisp dialogue and intricate character development to weave an unforgettable story, engaging readers with its emotional depth and psychological insight. The book is an exemplary representation of early 20th-century American theatre, which marked a transitional phase from the Victorian ideals to modernist perspectives. DigiCat Publishing's edition breathes new life into this classic, ensuring that Fitch's literary style and the play's context are preserved for contemporary and future audiences.
In the literary oeuvre of Clyde Fitch, 'The Girl with the Green Eyes' stands out as particularly reflective of his aptitude for social commentary and intricate plot construction. An American playwright of remarkable prolificacy and success during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Fitch had a keen eye for the subtleties of social dynamics and often used his works to scrutinize the social fabric of his time. His personal experiences and observations from the Gilded Age likely informed the astute characterizations and situational ironies present in this play, providing insights into the changing landscape of American society.
The timeless nature of Fitch's storytelling makes 'The Girl with the Green Eyes' a compelling read for anyone interested in classic plays and the development of American drama. DigiCat Publishing's meticulous reproduction captures the nuances of the original text, ensuring that the legacy of Fitch's work endures. Readers with a penchant for dramatic literature that not only entertains but also provokes thought and reflects societal nuances will undoubtedly find this play a valuable addition to their collection.

Clyde Fitch, an American playwright whose work is synonymous with the theatrical tapestry of the turn of the 20th century, carved a significant niche for himself in the annals of American drama. Born on May 2, 1865, in Elmira, New York, William Clyde Fitch would go on to become one of the most prolific playwrights of his time, with over sixty plays to his credit. Educated at Amherst College, Fitch was steeped in the cultural milieu that would later inform his work. His keen insights into social mores and his signature blend of wit and melodrama rendered his plays both popular and critically acclaimed during his lifetime. 'The Girl with the Green Eyes' is one of Fitch's many works that highlight his flair for dissecting the complexities of interpersonal relationships and the societal pressures of his era. Released in 1902, the play is illustrative of his characteristic style, a style that often merged the ribald with the genteel, and insight with entertainment. Fitch's legacy has waned in prominence in the modern era, but his contributions helped to shape American theatre at a time when it was burgeoning into a form that mirrored America's own tumultuous growth. Sadly, Clyde Fitch's life was cut short when he passed away on September 4, 1909. Despite his early death, Fitch's impact on the American stage endures, and his work remains a portraiture of an America grappling with new-found urbanity and shifting social dynamics.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 16.9.2022
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Literatur Lyrik / Dramatik Dramatik / Theater
Schlagworte 19th century American playwrights • 20th century • American Drama • American dramatic literature • American Literature • Belle Époque plays • classic drama literature • Clyde Fitch works • female protagonist drama • Gilded Age drama • pre-1900s stage plays • theatrical realism • The Girl with the Green Eyes play
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