The Chevaleer

The Chevaleer: A Comedy In Three Acts is a play written by Henry Arthur Jones and first published in 1904. The story revolves around the character of Sir George Orreyed, a wealthy and successful businessman who is also a compulsive gambler. Despite his financial success, Sir George's addiction to gambling has led him to the brink of ruin, and he is forced to turn to his friends and family for help.The play is set in London in the early 1900s and features a cast of colorful characters, including Lady Orreyed, Sir George's long-suffering wife; their daughter, Muriel; and a host of other friends and acquaintances. Through a series of witty and cleverly written scenes, the play explores the themes of love, loyalty, and the dangers of addiction.As the story unfolds, Sir George's fortunes rise and fall as he continues to gamble, ultimately leading to a dramatic and unexpected conclusion. With its engaging characters, sharp dialogue, and clever plot twists, The Chevaleer is a classic example of turn-of-the-century British comedy and remains popular with audiences today.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.