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"Half Hours" is a masterful collection of four one-act plays by J. M. Barrie, the celebrated Scottish dramatist and creator of "Peter Pan". In this anthology, Barrie demonstrates his exceptional versatility, traversing themes of domesticity, social status, and the passage of time with both wit and poignancy. The collection includes the influential plays "Pantaloon", "The Twelve-Pound Look", "Rosalind", and "The Will".

The works within this volume highlight Barrie's keen psychological insight and his ability to critique contemporary society. In "The Twelve-Pound Look", he offers a sharp, feminist-leaning examination of marriage and independence, while "The Will" provides a sobering look at how wealth can erode the human spirit over several generations. "Pantaloon" and "Rosalind" further showcase his talent for blending theatrical whimsy with the realities of aging and the stage. Together, these pieces represent the pinnacle of early 20th-century short-form drama, characterized by sharp dialogue and profound emotional resonance.

This collection remains a vital contribution to English literature, offering readers and performers alike a glimpse into the sophisticated dramatic structure and satirical edge that defined Barrie's legacy as a playwright.

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Book details

• Full title: Half Hours
• Author: J. M. Barrie
• Language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 222
• EAN: 9781025421667
• ISBN: 1025421663
• ID: 52779286
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Weight: 319 g
• Dimensions: 234 × 156 × 12 mm
• Date of publishing: 14. February 2026

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