The Tables Turned; or, Nupkins Awakened. A Socialist Interlude

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Morris, William, 1834-1896

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Tables Turned; or, Nupkins Awakened. A Socialist Interlude" by William Morris is a play written in the late 19th century, specifically during the late 1800s. This theatrical work delves into themes of social justice and critiques the injustices of the legal system, highlighting the stark contrasts between the privileged and the oppressed. As a socialist interlude, it raises questions about the nature of authority and societal structure through both humor and poignant commentary. The story unfolds in a courtroom where Mr. Justice Nupkins presides over the trial of various characters, including Mary Pinch, who is accused of stealing bread to feed her starving children. The proceedings parody the judicial system, ultimately showcasing the absurdity of a legal framework that punishes the impoverished while showcasing the privileges afforded to the wealthy. Nupkins, fearful of the revolutionary spirit rising among the oppressed, is comically confronted by the very people he has wronged. As the play progresses into a post-revolutionary landscape, Nupkins must grapple with his new reality, ultimately realizing the tables have turned on his once unassailable power. The intertwined narratives explore themes of social equality and revolution, making the work both entertaining and thought-provoking. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Transcribed from the 1887 Office of "The Commonweal" edition by David Price

Notes:

Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2005-10-18