Publisher's Synopsis
The Provincetown Plays, Third Series: The Two Sons, Lima Beans, Before Breakfast (1916) is a collection of three plays written by Neith Boyce. The plays were first performed in Provincetown, Massachusetts, in 1916 and were part of a series of plays that were known for their experimental and avant-garde style. The first play in the collection, The Two Sons, is a drama that explores the relationship between two brothers who are very different from each other. One is a successful businessman, while the other is a struggling artist. The play delves into themes of jealousy, rivalry, and the pursuit of happiness.The second play, Lima Beans, is a one-act comedy that takes place in a small town. The play revolves around a group of women who are preparing to host a church social. However, their plans are disrupted when they discover that the lima beans they have been cooking have gone bad. The play is a humorous commentary on the social conventions and expectations of small-town life.The final play in the collection, Before Breakfast, is a one-act drama that tells the story of a woman who is trapped in a loveless marriage. The play takes place entirely in the couple's apartment and is a poignant exploration of the loneliness and despair that can come with a life that feels unfulfilled.Overall, The Provincetown Plays, Third Series: The Two Sons, Lima Beans, Before Breakfast (1916) is a thought-provoking collection of plays that offers a glimpse into the experimental and avant-garde theater of the early 20th century.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.
