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Set against the backdrop of World War I, the play features Miss Thing, a poor London girl who cares for refugee children while dreaming of attending a ball, inspired by the tale of Cinderella. First performed in 1916, it achieved notable success in London and on Broadway, with several revivals. The story highlights themes of hope and escapism amidst hardship, showcasing the resilience of its characters. The play was later adapted into a silent film in 1925, further cementing its cultural impact.
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A Kiss for Cinderella, J. M. Barrie
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- Released
- 2016
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- Title
- A Kiss for Cinderella
- Subtitle
- A Comedy (Classic Reprint)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- J. M. Barrie
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Released
- 2016
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 148
- ISBN10
- 1440059896
- ISBN13
- 9781440059896
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Fantasy, Classics, Theatre Plays
- Rating
- 2 out of 5
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of World War I, the play features Miss Thing, a poor London girl who cares for refugee children while dreaming of attending a ball, inspired by the tale of Cinderella. First performed in 1916, it achieved notable success in London and on Broadway, with several revivals. The story highlights themes of hope and escapism amidst hardship, showcasing the resilience of its characters. The play was later adapted into a silent film in 1925, further cementing its cultural impact.