Three To One: A Comedy, In Two Acts (1850)

""Three To One"" is a comedic play written by John Lettsom Elliot and originally published in 1850. The play is divided into two acts and follows the story of three friends, Charles, Harry, and Frank, who are all in love with the same woman, Julia. As they each try to win her affections, their antics and schemes become increasingly ridiculous and humorous.Throughout the play, the characters engage in witty banter and comedic misunderstandings, leading to a series of hilarious mishaps and mistaken identities. Meanwhile, Julia must navigate the advances of all three men and decide who she truly loves.The play is set in England during the mid-19th century and offers a glimpse into the social norms and expectations of the time. It also explores themes of love, friendship, and the lengths people will go to in order to win the heart of the one they desire.Overall, ""Three To One"" is a lighthearted and entertaining play that showcases Elliot's skill as a comedic writer. It remains a popular choice for theater companies and audiences alike, over 150 years after its initial publication.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.