Graft: A Comedy in Four Acts (1913)

Graft: A Comedy In Four Acts is a play written by Harold Brighouse and first published in 1913. The play centers around the character of Sam Griggs, a corrupt and greedy businessman who is willing to do whatever it takes to make a profit. He is constantly scheming to get ahead and is not above using underhanded tactics to achieve his goals.The play is set in Manchester, England, and follows the lives of several characters who are affected by Sam's actions. These characters include Sam's wife, his business partner, and a young couple who are struggling to make ends meet.Throughout the play, Brighouse uses humor and satire to comment on the corruption and greed that was prevalent in early 20th century England. He also explores themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle for power.Overall, Graft: A Comedy In Four Acts is a witty and entertaining play that offers a unique insight into the social and economic issues of its time. It is a timeless work that remains relevant and thought-provoking to this day.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.