The Winslow Boy - A Play in Two Acts - Softcover

Rattigan, Terence

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0573014949 ISBN 13: 9780573014949

Publisher: Samuel French, 1948

Synopsis

Cadet Ronnie Winslow is expelled from the Royal Naval College accused of stealing. His father, refusing to believe his guilt and dissatisfied with the manner in which the investigation was conducted, demands a new inquiry. This is refused and Arthur Winslow settles down to fight for his son's honour. Following an independent inquiry the matter is taken to the House of Commons but Arthur ruins himself financially and in health in the process. But his stubbornness wins, a civil trial is allowed and Ronnie is acquitted.

About this title

About the Author:

Sir Terence Rattigan was one of the most popular English 20th-century dramatists. His first play, First Episode, was produced in 1934; his best-known later works include After the Dance, Flare Path, The Browning Version and The Deep Blue Sea. Many of his plays have been adapted for film, and are frequently revived. He also served as an RAF tail gunner in WWII.

Review:

'a sterling example of Rattigan's dramatic skill and humanity... deeply poignant' - Telegraph 'a playwright of acute emotional intelligence, elegant wit, and an extraordinary gift for expressive construction... thrilling' - Independent 'among Terence Rattigan's finest work' - Evening Standard

About this edition

• Publisher: Samuel French
• Publication date: 1948
• ISBN 10: 0573014949
• ISBN 13: 9780573014949
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 156