He Who Gets Slapped: A Play in Four Acts: Play Guide and Free Edition
He Who Gets Slapped: A Play in Four Acts: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
He Who Gets Slapped: A Play in Four Acts is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Andreyev, Leonid (1871–1919). The listed translation credits are Zilboorg, Gregory (1890–1959).
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"He Who Gets Slapped: A Play in Four Acts" by Leonid Andreyev is a play written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the character known as "He," who has chosen to assume a clown's life in a circus after experiencing deep personal sorrow and disillusionment. The play delves into themes of identity, societal ridicule, and existential angst, revealing the dichotomy between outward appearances and inner turmoil. The opening of the play introduces us to the circus setting, populated by various characters including the clowns Tilly and Polly, the manager Briquet, and Count Mancini, Consuelo's father. As a rehearsal for the evening performance unfolds, we witness the interactions that highlight the tensions and aspirations of the characters, particularly Mancini's manipulative nature towards Consuelo, the Bareback Tango Queen. Meanwhile, "He," the new clown, exhibits a blend of humor and sadness, struggling with his identity after losing his previous life. This initial act sets the stage for an exploration of the complexities of love, ambition, and the sometimes harsh realities of existence within the circus environment.
Book and edition facts
- Title: He Who Gets Slapped: A Play in Four Acts
- Author credits: Andreyev, Leonid (1871–1919)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Zilboorg, Gregory (1890–1959)
Catalogue subjects
- Andreyev, Leonid, 1871-1919 -- Translations into English
- Clowns -- Drama
- Russian drama -- Translations into English
- Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Drama
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- Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
- Category: Russian Literature
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