Potter's Field, Or The Gentleman With The Black Humor

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Set in ancient Greece, this tragedy follows Potter, a wealthy man with a morbid sense of humor who revels in mocking others and is fixated on death. The narrative unfolds in five acts, delving into themes of class disparity, mortality, and moral complexity. With a cast including Potter's family and lower-class characters, the play employs sharp satire and black humor to critique the upper class's attitudes toward death and poverty. Celebrated for its wit and clever wordplay, it offers a compelling exploration of life's darker aspects.