Angels and Ministers, and Other Victorian Plays: Play Guide and Free Edition
Angels and Ministers, and Other Victorian Plays: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Angels and Ministers, and Other Victorian Plays is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Housman, Laurence (1865–1959).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Angels and Ministers, and Other Victorian Plays" by Laurence Housman is a collection of plays written during the late 19th century, specifically centering around the Victorian era. The opening portion introduces us to characters that explore themes of politics, personal relationships, and societal norms of that historical period, with particular emphasis on the interactions of notable figures like Queen Victoria and her Prime Minister, Lord Beaconsfield. The opening of the volume establishes a reflective and somewhat nostalgic tone towards the Victorian age. It begins with an intimate scene featuring Queen Victoria as she interacts with her favorite servant, John Brown, and discusses her awaiting ministerial visitor while navigating the complexities of her role as a woman within a patriarchal society. The dialogue reveals her thoughts on politics and relationships with her ministers, particularly Lord Beaconsfield. The scene finely contrasts the formality of royal life with the more personal and humorous exchanges that reveal character depth and societal critiques, setting the stage for the unfolding dramas that will further explore the Victorian landscape.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Angels and Ministers, and Other Victorian Plays
- Author credits: Housman, Laurence (1865–1959)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Disraeli, Benjamin, 1804-1881 -- Drama
- Gladstone, W. E. (William Ewart), 1809-1898 -- Drama
- Victoria, Queen of Great Britain, 1819-1901 -- Drama
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: History - British
- Category: History - Modern (1750+)
- Category: History - Royalty
- Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
- One Act Plays
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