The Cap And Bells: A Comedy In Three Acts (1913)

The Cap and Bells is a comedic play in three acts written by Robert Vansittart and first published in 1913. The play revolves around the character of Sir William Gower, a wealthy and pompous gentleman who is determined to marry his daughter off to a titled aristocrat. However, his plans are disrupted when his daughter falls in love with a penniless artist named Jack Waring. The play explores themes of class, love, and marriage as the characters navigate their way through the social expectations and restrictions of Edwardian society. Along with Sir William and his daughter, other memorable characters include the bumbling but well-meaning Reverend John, the scheming Lady Caroline, and the mischievous sprite Puck.The Cap and Bells is a witty and entertaining play that offers a satirical commentary on the conventions and foibles of the upper class. Its clever dialogue and engaging characters make it a timeless classic that continues to be performed and enjoyed by audiences today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.