Scorn of Women: A Play In Three Acts: Play Guide and Free Edition
Scorn of Women: A Play In Three Acts: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Scorn of Women: A Play In Three Acts is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for London, Jack (1876–1916).
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"Scorn of Women: A Play In Three Acts" by Jack London is a play written in the early 20th century. Set during the Klondike Gold Rush, the narrative unfolds through the intertwined lives of various characters, including the alluring dancer Freda Moloof and the wealthy miner Floyd Vanderlip, as they navigate themes of love, deception, and rivalry in a harsh frontier environment. The play captures the struggle of women against societal norms and expectations, particularly in the context of their relationships with men. At the start of the play, we are introduced to a busy store in Dawson, where miners anxiously inquire about food supplies amidst the backdrop of a severe winter. The interactions among the characters reveal tensions—particularly surrounding Vanderlip, who is set to run away with Freda Moloof while he is actually engaged to another woman, Flossie. Mrs. Eppingwell, aware of Vanderlip's intentions, tries to maneuver the situation to prevent the elopement and has plans to bring Flossie in before it’s too late. The conflict is set in motion as Freda seeks to sabotage Vanderlip’s plans, leading to a gripping exploration of desire, ambition, and the lengths individuals will go to for love in a challenging world.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Scorn of Women: A Play In Three Acts
- Author credits: London, Jack (1876–1916)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Dawson (Yukon) -- Drama
- Man-woman relationships -- Drama
- Social classes -- Drama
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
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