Niobe, All Smiles: A Farcical Comedy in Three Acts (1904)

Niobe, All Smiles is a farcical comedy play written by Harry Paulton, first published in 1904. The play is set in the early 1900s and follows the story of Niobe, a young and beautiful woman who is engaged to be married to a wealthy man named Sir George. However, Niobe is also courted by two other men, the dashing Captain Kettle and the comically clumsy Mr. Binks.As the story unfolds, Niobe finds herself caught in a web of misunderstandings and mistaken identities, leading to a series of hilarious mishaps and comedic situations. The play is filled with witty dialogue, physical humor, and clever plot twists that keep the audience engaged and entertained throughout.Despite its comedic tone, Niobe, All Smiles also touches on themes of love, loyalty, and social class, making it a well-rounded and enjoyable read for anyone interested in classic comedy plays. Overall, this book is a must-read for fans of farce and anyone looking for a lighthearted and entertaining play.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.