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Bernard Shaw
You Never Can Tell
"You Never Can Tell" by George Bernard Shaw is a four-act play written in 1897. Mrs. Clandon returns to England with her three children after eighteen years abroad, but the children have no idea who their father is. Through a comedy of errors, they end up inviting him to a family lunch. Meanwhile, a dentist named Valentine falls for Gloria, the eldest daughter who claims to have no interest in love or marriage. A wise waiter dispenses advice with the play's titular phrase as identities become confused and comic situations unfold.
Bernard Shaw
Man kann nie wissen: Komödie in vier Akten
"Man kann nie wissen: Komödie in vier Akten" by Bernard Shaw is a comedy written in 1895. Feminist author Margaret Clandon returns to England with her three children after eighteen years abroad. At a seaside hotel, she unexpectedly encounters the husband she abandoned nearly two decades earlier—a father her children have never known. The awkward reunion unfolds through a chaotic lunch and skirmishes between modern ideals and traditional emotions. Meanwhile, eldest daughter Gloria finds herself caught in a battle of wits and hearts with a charming but penniless dentist.
Bernard Shaw
Ei sitä voi koskaan tietää
"Ei sitä voi koskaan tietää" by Bernard Shaw is a play written in the early 20th century. The story is set in a dentist's office and revolves around the interactions between the young dentist, Mr. Valentine, and his first patient, a charming young woman named Dolly. The narrative explores social themes, personal identity, and the dynamics of class and relationships during its time. The opening of the play introduces us to a stylish dental office in a seaside resort, where Valentine is performing his first extraction on Dolly. Their banter reveals much about their characters; Valentine exhibits a mix of professionalism and lighthearted humor, while Dolly displays both curiosity and a touch of mischief. As they engage in playful conversation, we meet Dolly's brother, Philip, who further complicates the dynamics as he introduces the idea that they may be of notable lineage, setting the stage for the exploration of their family identity throughout the play. The dialogue is rich with humor and social commentary, capturing the atmosphere of the era while hinting at deeper, uncharted familial connections.
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