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PRESS COMMENTS ON THE PLAY
Press Comments on the Play surrounded the debut of Damaged Goods with a striking mix of surprise and respect, especially following its American premiere at the Fulton Theater in 1913. The audience, many of whom may have expected mere drama, were instead presented with an urgent social mirror, confronting themes often left unspoken in polite society. The staging, sharp and fearless, removed any romantic gloss and delivered facts, questions, and human struggle in equal measure. What stunned even seasoned…-
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CHAPTER I — Damaged Goods
Chapter I begins with George Dupont leaving a house just before sunrise, his steps slowed not by fatigue but by the weight of guilt that clings to his conscience. Though engaged to Henriette, a woman admired for her virtue and grace, George carries the secret of a recent betrayal—an encounter that now threatens to dismantle the foundation of their relationship. The stillness of the Paris morning offers no comfort; instead, it amplifies the noise of regret in his mind. His past with Lizette, a girl of…-
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CHAPTER II — Damaged Goods
Chapter II opens with George Dupont entering the doctor's office not just as a patient, but as a young man caught in the storm of guilt, secrecy, and anxiety. The heavy air of the consultation room mirrors his state of mind as he faces what he fears most—a confirmation of a venereal disease. As he haltingly speaks, his words attempt to justify his caution, noting that unlike others, he had been relatively restrained. But the physician does not entertain comparisons. He explains that even a single…-
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CHAPTER III — Damaged Goods
Chapter III opens with George Dupont at a crossroads, burdened by a diagnosis that threatens not only his health but his future with Henriette. Rather than confronting the truth with courage, he seeks an easier route, one that promises discretion and speed. A second doctor, whose promises are appealing but ethically questionable, offers George false hope wrapped in smooth assurances. Encouraged by this supposed remedy, George becomes more determined to hide his illness from everyone he holds dear. In his…-
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CHAPTER V — Damaged Goods
Chapter V of Damaged Goods begins in the heart of emotional chaos. Henriette’s devastation after discovering the truth about George’s condition plunges the household into silence and dread. She isolates herself with their child, refusing comfort, consumed by the horror of betrayal and the fear of what their future holds. Her response isn’t melodrama—it’s a natural outcry from someone blindsided by a truth too terrible to ignore. The idea of returning to her father is more than escape; it’s a…-
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CHAPTER VI — Damaged Goods
Chapter VI opens with George immersed in a cloud of isolation, where the absence of Henriette and their child transforms his world into one of hollow routines and emotional numbness. Everything he once enjoyed now feels void of meaning, as if the essence of life had quietly slipped away. The judgment he anticipates from his friends becomes too much to bear, pushing him further into solitude. Even work, which once provided purpose, has become an exhausting façade. The gravity of his internal suffering is…-
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Chapter 43
The chapter opens with Lorcan still grappling with the aftermath of a harrowing encounter, three days after surviving an ilken attack on the plains. The heavy weight of fear and trauma lingers as they leave the town behind, and the group’s survival remains a mystery even to themselves. Lorcan’s internal struggle is compounded by the wary stares of Nik and Ombriel, who are still assessing Lorcan’s true nature, and Elide’s evident distance from him. The lingering sense of danger and the unspoken…-
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Chapter 44
The chapter opens with a vivid depiction of destruction and rebirth, illustrating the world as a place born and ending in fire. This elemental imagery underscores the themes of creation and annihilation intertwined within the narrative. The protagonist, Aelin, experiences a visceral connection to this fiery chaos, symbolizing her internal struggles and the immense power she wields. Her encounter with the flames is both literal and metaphorical, representing her confrontation with her own fears and the…-
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Chapter 45
The chapter opens with a tense scene aboard a ship, where a witch, though lucid, is clearly angry. Aedion serves her breakfast, subtly noting the lingering scent of female arousal intertwined with Dorian's scent, hinting at underlying emotional complexities. The narrative explores the aftermath of intense confrontations and personal conflicts, emphasizing the characters' inner turmoil and the lingering effects of trauma. The setting and mood underscore the fragile state of the characters, as they navigate…-
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Chapter 46
The chapter opens with a tense confrontation where instinctual violence surfaces; Aelin prepares to use her magic as a form of defense, highlighting the immediate danger and high stakes of the situation. Fenrys's aggressive leap at Manon is thwarted by Rowan’s powerful magic, which forcefully sends him across the room, emphasizing the intensity of their conflict. Aelin’s quick wit and fiery magic create a barrier of flames, revealing her resourcefulness and the dangerous environment they are trapped…-
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