Serjeant musgrave's dance by John arden [rare books]

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The story follows four British Army deserters—Serjeant Musgrave and Privates Hurst, Sparky, and Attercliffe—who arrive in a coal mining town under the guise of recruiting men for the army. Their true mission is to avenge the death of a fellow soldier, Billy Hicks, who was killed in a colonial conflict. Musgrave, driven by a rigid sense of duty, plans to execute five townspeople to mirror the five soldiers killed in the incident. The play unfolds as tensions rise, leading to a tragic confrontation that questions the morality of retribution and the consequences of blind obedience to authority.

About the Author

John Arden (1930–2012) was a prominent English playwright known for his politically charged works that often critiqued societal norms and injustices. Born in Barnsley, Yorkshire, he was educated at Cambridge and Edinburgh College of Art, where he studied architecture. Arden's early works, such as Live Like Pigs (1958), gained attention for their bold themes and unconventional narratives. Serjeant Musgrave’s Dance (1959) is considered one of his most significant plays, though it initially received mixed reviews. Over time, however, it has been recognized for its powerful anti-war message and innovative theatrical style.

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