Big Drum: A Comedy in Four Acts

The Big Drum: A Comedy in Four Acts is a play written by Arthur Pinero. The story revolves around the character of Sir Hugo Drake, a wealthy and influential businessman who is obsessed with the idea of becoming a lord. Sir Hugo's ambition is fueled by his desire to impress Lady Drake, his wife, who is obsessed with social status and the trappings of wealth.The play is set in the early 20th century and explores themes of class, ambition, and the pursuit of social status. It features a cast of colorful characters, including Sir Hugo's scheming secretary, a group of social climbers, and a mysterious woman who threatens to expose Sir Hugo's secrets.As the play unfolds, Sir Hugo's obsession with becoming a lord leads him down a path of deception and betrayal, ultimately jeopardizing his marriage and his reputation. The Big Drum is a witty and entertaining comedy that offers a satirical commentary on the excesses and follies of the upper classes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.