Publisher's Synopsis
""The Thunderbolt"" is a four-act play written by Arthur W. Pinero that explores the lives of a provincial family in the late 19th century. The story is centered around the character of Leonard Charteris, a charming and charismatic man who has a reputation for being a ladies' man. When he sets his sights on the young and innocent Grace Tranfield, she is swept off her feet and falls deeply in love with him. However, Leonard's true intentions are revealed when he abandons Grace after getting her pregnant. The play follows the aftermath of this scandalous event and the impact it has on the Tranfield family. Through their struggles and triumphs, the play examines themes of love, betrayal, and family dynamics. ""The Thunderbolt"" is a classic piece of literature that offers a glimpse into the social norms and values of Victorian 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.
