Retained for the Defence: A Farce in One Act - Couverture souple

John Oxenford

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9354782663 ISBN 13 : 9789354782664

Editeur : Zinc Read, 2021

Synopsis

Retained for the Defence is a comedic one-act farce by John Oxenford, centered around the misadventures of a legal case and the mix-ups that ensue in a courtroom setting. The plot revolves around the character of a lawyer, who is hired to defend a client in a seemingly straightforward case. However, through a series of misunderstandings, mistaken identities, and humorous situations, the lawyer’s defense spirals into chaos, leading to both comedic and absurd situations. Oxenford’s play is a satire of the legal system, poking fun at the complexities and often farcical nature of courtroom proceedings. The humor is derived from the rapid exchanges of dialogue, misunderstandings between characters, and the comically exaggerated personalities involved in the trial. As is typical of farces, the play relies on timing, physical comedy, and the unraveling of miscommunications, making it an entertaining and lighthearted commentary on legal affairs and human folly.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Zinc Read
• Date d'édition: 2021
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9354782663
• ISBN 13: 9789354782664
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 36
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible