After the Game by Robert E. Howard
The story revolves around a young man who returns to his hometown after serving in World War I. He struggles with the trauma of war and finds it difficult to adjust to civilian life. The narrative explores themes of disillusionment, identity crisis, and the struggle to find meaning in a post-war world.
By Robert E. Howard · First published 1937 · Genre: Comedy, Drama, Slice of Life · 3 chapters · 1,700 words
First lines
City streets. A crowd of students standing on a corner. It is raining.
Bertie: Believe me, this is the last time I'll ever come to this town.
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After the Game is listed on Textopian as a play by Robert E. Howard, dated 1937 CE.
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- Work type: Play
- Author: Robert E. Howard
- Date: 1937 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Comedy, Drama, Slice of Life, Adventure, Social Commentary
- Length: 1,700 words
- Structure: 3 chapters, 55 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Comedy — The dialogue and situations are humorous, focusing on the absurdity of the characters' experiences.
- Drama — The characters face challenges and conflicts that reveal their personalities and relationships.
- Slice of Life — The narrative captures everyday experiences and interactions among students.
- Adventure — The characters embark on a journey filled with unexpected events and obstacles.
Tags
Fantasy · Adventure · Action · Romance · Historical Fiction · Epic · Quest · Magic · Mythology · Sword and Sorcery · High Fantasy · Medieval Setting
Contents
- SCENE I
- SCENE II
- SCENE III