Waiting for an Omnibus in the Lowther Arcade on a Rainy Day: A Farce, in One Act: Play Guide and Free Edition
Waiting for an Omnibus in the Lowther Arcade on a Rainy Day: A Farce, in One Act: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Waiting for an Omnibus in the Lowther Arcade on a Rainy Day: A Farce, in One Act is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Morton, John Maddison (1811–1891).
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"Waiting for an Omnibus in the Lowther Arcade on a Rainy Day: A Farce, in One…" by John Maddison Morton is a comedic play written in the mid-19th century, likely during the Victorian era. This one-act farce centers on the humorous events that unfold as various characters, caught in a rainstorm, find themselves waiting in the Lowther Arcade. With a mix of social observations and witty dialogue, the play explores themes of romance, commerce, and the absurdities of human behavior in everyday situations. The storyline introduces us to John Horatio O'Walker, who is about to get married to Fanny, but finds himself in a mix of comedic complications involving money, letters from a past love, and other characters who add to the chaos of the day. As O'Walker learns that his financial advisor, Dibbs, might abscond with his money, he rushes to reclaim it, all while navigating misunderstandings with his intended bride, her mother, and an assortment of quirky acquaintances. The play captures the bustling atmosphere of London life and the comedic elements of misunderstanding, mistaken identity, and the social pressures of marriage, all culminating in a series of humorous resolutions among the characters.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Waiting for an Omnibus in the Lowther Arcade on a Rainy Day: A Farce, in One Act
- Author credits: Morton, John Maddison (1811–1891)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- English drama -- 19th century
- Farces
- London (England) -- Drama
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Humour
- Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
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