The Patsy

Barry Conners

ISBN 10: 1025416767 / ISBN 13: 9781025416762

Published by BCR (Bibliographical Center For Research) Feb 2026, 2026

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Patsy
• Publisher: BCR (Bibliographical Center For Research) Feb 2026
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1025416767
• ISBN 13: 9781025416762
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 234W x 156H x 7D millimeters 234 millimeters width by 156 millimeters height by 7 millimeters depth
• Weight: 191 grams

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Synopsis

"The Patsy" is a charming and witty American comedy play that explores the intricate dynamics of family life and the quest for self-improvement. Set in the 1920s, the story centers on Patricia Harrington, the younger daughter of the Harrington household, who finds herself perpetually cast as the "patsy"-the overlooked and unappreciated member of the family. While her mother favors her more conventional and sought-after older sister, Grace, Patricia struggles to find her own voice and claim her share of the spotlight.

Determined to transform herself and win the heart of the man she loves, Patricia embarks on a humorous and heartwarming journey of self-reinvention using a guide on developing a "magnetic personality." Barry Conners delivers a sharp-witted script filled with clever dialogue and relatable themes of sibling rivalry, parental favoritism, and the universal desire for recognition. As one of the most successful stage plays of its era, "The Patsy" offers a delightful glimpse into early 20th-century domestic humor and remains a significant example of American theatrical comedy. This work captures the spirit of an age through its lively characters and enduring message about the value of being true to oneself.

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