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Pirates -- Drama Books
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Bernard Shaw
Captain Brassbound's Conversion
"Captain Brassbound's Conversion" by Bernard Shaw is a play written in 1900. When a British judge and his adventurous sister-in-law venture into Morocco, they hire a mysterious smuggler as their guide. The captain harbors a dark secret: he is the judge's nephew, seeking revenge for past wrongs. As tensions escalate and lives hang in the balance, questions of law versus justice, revenge versus forgiveness collide in this moral drama set against the exotic Moroccan landscape.
Charles S. (Charles Stephen) Brooks
Wappin' Wharf: A Frightful Comedy of Pirates
"Wappin' Wharf: A Frightful Comedy of Pirates" by Charles S. Brooks is a play written in the early 20th century. This work humorously explores the lives of aging pirates who have retired to a quaint cabin on the Devon cliffs, filled with nostalgia and remnants of their swashbuckling past. The main characters include a brooding Patch-Eye and the cunning Duke, who reminisce about their notorious exploits while navigating the challenges of their current existence. At the start of the play, the audience is introduced to the setting: a storm-blown cabin overlooking the sea where two pirates, Patch-Eye and the Duke, drink and lament their lost days of piracy. They discuss their former captain, Flint, whose ghostly presence lingers with superstitions and tales of their outlaw past. As they engage in banter about their lives and dreams, elements of comedic tension build through the introduction of Red Joe, a newcomer among them, and the possibility of a grand heist with the approaching merchant ship. The prologue effectively sets the stage for a blend of humor and adventure, promising the audience an entertaining exploration of piracy and camaraderie.
Booth Tarkington
Bimbo, the pirate: A comedy
"Bimbo, the pirate: A comedy" by Booth Tarkington is a humorous play written in the early 20th century. The story centers around a pirate named Deuteronomy Bimbo and his crew, who capture a merchant ship and its passengers, setting the stage for a comedic exploration of piracy, honor, and misunderstandings. The play combines elements of adventure and romance as well as social commentary on expectations and roles of individuals within society. The narrative unfolds aboard Bimbo's pirate ship where Robert, a young mate of the merchant vessel, and Lydia, his beloved, find themselves taken captive. As they grapple with their fate, they encounter the eccentric pirate captain Bimbo, who, contrary to their expectations, upholds a peculiar moral code among his crew. The play develops through a series of comedic exchanges and misunderstandings, revealing Bimbo's character as an unconventional pirate who cares for decorum and the image of piracy. Eventually, Robert learns he has been forced into Bimbo's crew while Lydia and her father are given a chance to return home, leading to moments of drama, humor, and contemplation on love and freedom amidst the absurdity of their situation.
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