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We had hoped that our drama's scene might lie on a pirate ship at sea. We had wished for a swaying mast, full-set with canvas—a typhoon to smother our stage in wind. We had hoped to walk a victim off the plank, with the sea roaring in the wings. But our plot deals stubbornly with us. Alas, our pirates grow old and stiff. They have retired, as we say, from active practice and live in easy luxury on shore. Yet we shall see that their villainy still thrives. - Summary from Prologue By the way, Section 0 has a buncha interesting explanations by the author on why and how the play came about and ...

In these 10 short and witty essays, author Charles S. Brooks (1878-1934) muses on various topics, as wide-ranging as Shakespeare, travelling to foreign countries, or even fashion (night-caps and hoopskirts), to name only a few. - Summary by Sonia

Join Charles S. Brooks (1878-1934) in this delightful collection of 17 short essays, where his trademark wit and charm shine through. With a knack for storytelling, Brooks recounts humorous incidents that can unfold during holidays or in the everyday hustle of life. Fans of his frightful comedies, Wappin Wharf and At the Sign of the Greedy Pig, will find plenty to enjoy here as well. (Summary by Sonia)

Join us on a whimsical journey where the high seas meet hilarity in Wappin Wharf. Our tale was meant to unfold aboard a swaying pirate ship, with billowing sails and storms that roar in the background. However, our story takes an unexpected turn. Instead of adventurous buccaneers, we find ourselves with a crew of aging pirates who have long traded their sea legs for the comforts of shore life. Yet, their mischievous spirit remains alive and well! Dive into the prologue for fascinating insights from the author about the origins of this playful play—no spoilers included! For those eager to ...

In a whimsical mood inspired by Spanish castles, I conjure the image of an ancient city perched atop a hill, where towering battlements rise from the rock and spires reach for the stars. Our story unfolds in the dimly lit square of this city, set in a distant past where the world feels flat, comets are harbingers of doom, and witches still soar through the moonlit night. Published alongside Wappin Wharf A Frightful Comedy of Pirates, this tale is subtitled A Frightful Comedy of Beggars. Join us at The Sign of The Greedy Pig tavern, where intrigue and mischief abound. Will the beggars be ...