Conrad by Thomas Anstey Guthrie
The story revolves around a young man who rejects his wealthy family's expectations and instead pursues a life of adventure and romance on the high seas. He becomes embroiled in a rebellion against a corrupt government and must confront his own demons to emerge victorious. Throughout the novel, themes of identity, morality, and the struggle for power are explored.
By Thomas Anstey Guthrie · First published 1935 · Genre: Drama, Satire, Fantasy · 1,830 words
First lines
(_Adapted freely from a well-known Poem in the "Struwwelpeter. "_)
CHARACTERS. _Conrad (aged 6)._ _Conrad's Mother(47)._ _The Scissorman (age immaterial)._
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Genres
- Drama — The play explores intense emotional conflicts and moral dilemmas between a mother and her son, making it a quintessential drama.
- Satire — The work critiques societal norms and parental authority through exaggerated characters and absurd situations, characteristic of satire.
- Fantasy — The presence of the Scissorman and the surreal consequences of thumb-sucking introduce fantastical elements to the narrative.
- Children's Literature — The characters and themes revolve around childhood experiences and moral lessons, appealing to a younger audience.
Tags
Adventure · Nautical · Historical Fiction · Sea Story · Maritime · Classic Literature · British Literature · 19th Century · Sailing Ships · High Seas · Piracy · Swashbuckling
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Conrad is listed on Textopian as a play by Thomas Anstey Guthrie, dated 1935 CE.
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- Work type: Play
- Author: Thomas Anstey Guthrie
- Date: 1935 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Drama, Satire, Fantasy, Children's Literature, Tragedy
- Length: 1,830 words
- Structure: 1 section, 61 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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