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Includes the name: Jr. Lovell, John

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The Swiss Family Robinson (1812) — Translator, some editions — 8,712 copies

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A surprising, entertaining, and useful book from college days (of someone else). Arranged chronologically - from "Ponteach" by Major Robert Rogers (1766) through "A Raisin in the Sun" by Lorraine Hansberry (1959) - over 100 cogent and complete precis of plays are presented. Of course, the customary consumer of the book may have been a slacker student that didn't want to read the full play, but for the play-goer, it's an invaluable prep for the night out. Each of these classic works (except, perhaps, for "Ponteach") are repeatedly produced, directed, and acted under the well-founded assumption that the audience is familiar with the play, and is looking forward to what these particular artists will bring to it. Reminding oneself (not to put too fine a point on it), therefore, of the gist of the work does naught but add to its enjoyment.

Snap up the book, if you can find it.
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