Subodh Bhattarai (English & Communication Notes - BBA/BBS/BBBS/BHM/BIM/BMS/MBA/MBS & +2)

Chinua Achebe, Nigeria (1930-2013) Characters : 1.  The story shows the conflict between the old generation and a new generation.  2. Marriage is a private affair and young people should have the right and freedom to choose life partners. The parents shouldn't interfere and they should adopt the democratic pattern. They should never impose their thoughts on their mature sons or daughters.  Nnaemeka (Modern Son) (Ibo Tribe) Nene Atang (Nnaemeka's Wife/a school teacher) (from Logos) Okeke (Conservative Father) Ugoye Nweke (Daughter of Jacob Nweke, Okeke's neighbour) Chinua Achebe’s story “ Marriage Is a Private Affair ” opens with a discussion between a young woman named Nene and a young man named Nnaemeka, who live in Lagos, Nigeria; they are in love and plan to marry. Nene wants Nnaemeka to inform his father of their plan as soon as possible, but the young man is nervous. He anticipates that his father, a member of the Ibo tribe who live...

  A Matter of Husbands   Ferenc Molnar   Translated by Benjamin Glazer   " A Matter of Husbands " is a one-act play written by Ferenc Molnár , a Hungarian playwright, and translated into English by Benjamin Glazer . The play is a clever and witty exploration of relationships, trust, and the nature of deception, all wrapped up in a lighthearted and comedic manner. Summary of the Play The play features only two characters: The Famous Actress : A confident, charming, and intelligent woman who is accustomed to being admired and desired. She is articulate, persuasive, and enjoys her power over others. The Earnest Young Woman : A naive (innocent), earnest (serious), and somewhat timid young woman, who is married and concerned about her husband’s fidelity (faithfulness). Her innocence makes her vulnerable to manipulation. Setting : The play is set in the drawing room of the Famous Actress’s apartment, which suggests a sense of luxury and sophistication. The setting is inti...

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