![]() ![]() ![]() The unidentified guest makes Edward reveal that he needs his wife back. The couple was married 5 years ago but they were not comfortable with each other. It is revealed that Lavinia has left him. Little latter guests leave except for an unidentified guest. Alex narrates a story but repeatedly misses points making others curious about it. When the guests ask Edward about her he tells them that she has gone to meet her sick aunt. The First Act opens during a party arranged by Lavinia but she herself is absent. the third act is set at Edwards house after 2 years Summary Act 1.The second act is set in Reilley’s office.The first act is set during the cocktail party at Edwards house.The play has been divided into three acts. Here in this play, Lavinia Edward’s Wife makes a sacrifice for her husband. The play is based on the Alcestis Legend by Euripides (in Greek mythology Alcestis sacrificed herself to save her husband). the conflict that arises after marriage.Instead, it has profound aspects and themes which make it quite odd. The play according to Eliot is a comedy but has very less comic elements. ![]()
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