Papa Akins, Zoë Derived Text Format to access the structural information conversion Mathias Göbel TextGrid CC-BY-4.0 Lizenzvertrag Zoë Akins, 1886 – 1958 Papa: An Amorality in Three Acts by Zoë Akins New York Mitchell Kennerley ix, 95 p. THE MAID PAPA MR. RODERICK AND DICK DORIS THE GOVERNESS MR. RODERICK AND DORIS MR. RODERICK AND CHLOE PAPA AND CHLOE MR. RODERICK ZIMZAPANZI CHLOE AND DORIS CHLOE DICK MRS. BLYTHE DOLORES ALL DORIS AND CHLOE Comedy Satire Prose data extraction from source 1913
PERSONS PAPA CHLOE DORIS MR. RODERICK DICK ZIMZAPANZI LITTLE DOLORES THE BUTLER THE GOVERNESS MRS. BLYTHE A MAID
THE FIRST ACT It is mid-morning of a day in June. In an upstairs sun-parlor-balcony of a house in New York, Doris and Chloe, very pretty girls, in charming white morning frocks, are lying on two couches, reading the morning papers and sipping chocolate from the table between them, on which is a large tray laden with breakfast things. A third chair, empty, is also drawn up to the table; it is a big armchair covered with cretonne and, like all the furniture in the balcony, wrought out of ivory wicker. Now and then Chloe and Doris read aloud certain thrilling items to each other; yet their light, sweet voices are unexcited. One might say that there was the note of resignation in them . CHLOE

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

DORIS

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 29 words in 6 sentences using 156 chars .

DORIS

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

DORIS

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

DORIS

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 25 words in 6 sentences using 128 chars .

DORIS

Contains 103 words in 7 sentences using 486 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

DORIS

Contains 73 words in 7 sentences using 367 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

DORIS

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

Papa enters — a dainty gallant, fragile and exquisite at the age of sixty-five. He is no less exquisitely dressed. His manners rival in grace and correctness those of a dancing master . PAPA

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Both rise and flutter to him. It is plain that they idolize him, and that he is devoted to them . DORIS AND CHLOE ( together )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

They kiss him and he kisses them. They bring him to the empty chair at the table . DORIS

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

DORIS

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

DORIS

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

PAPA

Contains 15 words in 5 sentences using 72 chars .

Both stop him with little cries . CHLOE

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

DORIS

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

She hands him a delicate little mirror which she wears on a chain about her neck . PAPA ( examining himself )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

DORIS

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

PAPA

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

PAPA

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

DORIS

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

PAPA

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

CHLOE AND DORIS ( together )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

The telephone rings. Chloe takes it from the lower part of the table and answers . CHLOE

Contains 25 words in 7 sentences using 129 chars .

PAPA

Contains 32 words in 9 sentences using 149 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

PAPA

Contains 50 words in 8 sentences using 272 chars .

DORIS ( with an inspiration )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

PAPA

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

DORIS

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 125 chars .

PAPA

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

DORIS AND CHLOE

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Having spoken at the same time both hold up little fingers and formally join them in the rites of wishing . DORIS

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DORIS

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

The rites have been performed. Their hands fall apart . DORIS

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

PAPA ( hopefully )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

DORIS

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DORIS

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DORIS

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 106 chars .

PAPA

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 137 chars .

DORIS ( energetically )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

PAPA

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Chloe suddenly begins to weep . PAPA ( to Chloe )

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

DORIS

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 111 chars .

PAPA

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 193 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 57 words in 5 sentences using 256 chars .

PAPA

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 111 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

DORIS

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

PAPA

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

DORIS

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 100 chars .

PAPA

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

DORIS

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 142 chars .

PAPA ( searching )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

DORIS

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

DORIS

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 69 chars .

PAPA

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

He flips the coin. All watch it. Doris draws a long breath of relief. Chloe and Papa fall into each other's arms . PAPA

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DORIS

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 139 chars .

PAPA

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 103 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 114 chars .

A bell is heard . DORIS

Contains 38 words in 7 sentences using 170 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

DORIS

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

CHLOE ( desperately )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

DORIS

Contains 46 words in 4 sentences using 206 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

PAPA

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

They embrace. Chloe goes out tearfully. Papa and Doris stand touched and genuinely moved — looking at each other for a long second in silence. Chloe suddenly reappears, a more cheerful note in her voice . CHLOE

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 195 chars .

The family spirits rise . DORIS

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

PAPA

Contains 33 words in 5 sentences using 167 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

DORIS ( embracing Papa joyously )

Contains 29 words in 6 sentences using 126 chars .

Mr. Roderick appears in the doorway. He wears a golden Van Dyke beard and an air of great patience. He is dressed with wonderful precision and is accompanied by a spic-and-span white English Bull. Mr. Roderick is quite as fine a gentleman in his way as the English Bull in his. There is, in fact, a delicate resemblance between them . MR. RODERICK

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

DORIS

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

The dog gives her a paw . PAPA

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 117 chars .

PAPA

Contains 60 words in 4 sentences using 282 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars .

PAPA

Contains 14 words in 5 sentences using 72 chars .

MR. RODERICK ( beaming with pleasure )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

The dog is put through his paces and gives his paw to Papa, who then turns to Mr. Roderick . PAPA

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

PAPA ( kisses Doris' hand )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

DORIS

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Papa leaves the room with rare grace . MR. RODERICK

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

DORIS

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 22 words in 5 sentences using 115 chars .

DORIS

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

DORIS

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

DORIS

Contains 30 words in 5 sentences using 133 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 102 chars .

DORIS

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

DORIS

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

MR. RODERICK ( interested )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

DORIS ( toying with the situation )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 75 words in 3 sentences using 382 chars .

DORIS ( her eyes growing big with pleasure )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

Doris looks away lost and confused, as if searching for a reason worthy of his attitude. Suddenly an inspiration comes into her eyes. She is overjoyed and begins to act her part with zest . DORIS

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars .

Mr. Roderick plays up to her. He rises, facing her, and they do their scene in a fine heroic style . MR. RODERICK

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

DORIS

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

DORIS

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 124 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

DORIS

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

MR. RODERICK ( gently )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

DORIS

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

DORIS

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

DORIS

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

DORIS

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

DORIS

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

MR. RODERICK ( worried and hesitant )

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 99 chars .

DORIS

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

DORIS

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 160 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars .

DORIS ( dropping her face into her hands, and staring into space )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

MR. RODERICK ( tramps up and down )

Contains 13 words in 7 sentences using 64 chars .

DORIS

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MR. RODERICK ( heroically )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

DORIS

Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 183 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 41 words in 7 sentences using 203 chars .

Doris comes to the earth at this — gasps for breath — falls head over heels in love on the instant — and into his arms with a queer uncertain little sound . DORIS

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

She cannot manage to say a word. He embraces her and talks as if to a child, with indignant tenderness. She is entirely subdued . MR. RODERICK

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 126 chars .

Doris fidgets . MR. RODERICK

Contains 55 words in 4 sentences using 309 chars .

Dick appears at the door. He is handsome, young, healthy — in motor things of superlative fastidiousness . DICK

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

Mr. Roderick and Doris fall apart . MR. RODERICK

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

There is a secret in the air. Dick senses it . DICK

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 58 words in 4 sentences using 268 chars .

DICK

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

DORIS

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

DICK

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

Dick and Mr. Roderick seize each other's hands and shake in congratulation and joy . MR. RODERICK

Contains 19 words in 5 sentences using 110 chars .

DICK

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 173 chars .

MR. RODERICK ( embracing Doris )

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

DORIS ( à propos of nothing )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

All are silent . MR. RODERICK

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

DICK

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 133 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

DORIS ( to Mr. Roderick )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

DORIS ( she begins to get her bearings again )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

Mr. Roderick embraces her . DICK

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

DORIS

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

She sits at a little desk at one side of the room; Mr. Roderick kisses her good-bye, and dilly-dallys over her chair . DORIS ( to Mr. Roderick )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

MR. RODERICK ( in a low, intimate voice )

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 114 chars .

Doris fidgets . DICK

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DORIS ( sending Mr. Roderick away )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Mr. Roderick and Dick start to leave; Doris writes; all three murmur at the same time . DORIS ( writing )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

DICK

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 7 words in 4 sentences using 59 chars .

They go out, followed by the English Bull. Doris writes for a moment. Chloe enters looking very fetching. She carries her dark coat . CHLOE

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

Doris writes on, folds up her note and kisses it violently before she answers . CHLOE ( repeats her question )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

DORIS

Contains 34 words in 6 sentences using 157 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

DORIS

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

Papa enters with two bouquets, one of yellow roses, and one of pink roses . PAPA

Contains 46 words in 4 sentences using 225 chars .

DORIS AND CHLOE ( charmed )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Both kiss him . DORIS

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 111 chars .

PAPA

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

DORIS

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 123 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

DORIS

Contains 42 words in 5 sentences using 192 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

DORIS

Contains 66 words in 6 sentences using 322 chars .

PAPA

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 74 chars .

DORIS

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

PAPA

Contains 35 words in 7 sentences using 179 chars .

DORIS

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

CHLOE ( who has been thinking )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

DORIS

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 142 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 143 chars .

DORIS

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 73 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 150 chars .

DORIS

Contains 17 words in 5 sentences using 75 chars .

PAPA

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

DORIS

Contains 50 words in 7 sentences using 242 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 115 chars .

DORIS

Contains 72 words in 4 sentences using 347 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

DORIS

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 166 chars .

PAPA ( to Chloe, who bursts into tears )

Contains 53 words in 6 sentences using 270 chars .

DORIS

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 161 chars .

PAPA

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

PAPA

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

All smile brightly . CHLOE AND DORIS ( as if realizing this for the first time )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

DORIS

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

PAPA ( he closes the argument and turns to a safer subject of conversation )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

DORIS

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 121 chars .

She falls into Papa's arms. Chloe does the same . CHLOE

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

Papa holds them both tenderly, a head on each of his shoulders. Both weep — Doris almost angrily, as if she didn't know how; Chloe more copiously and gracefully. Papa's voice is quite weepy too . PAPA

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

A bell rings . DORIS ( pulling herself together and rising energetically to the occasion )

Contains 46 words in 8 sentences using 231 chars .

There is a new sincerity and softness in her voice as she lays her hand on her heart. Chloe and Papa look at her in silence. She goes out loftily. Papa and Chloe are impressed as if by something they cannot fathom. There is a silent pause. Doris appears again in the doorway in a much more usual frame of mind . DORIS

Contains 48 words in 5 sentences using 222 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

DORIS ( waving her hand )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

She goes out. Papa and Chloe are sensible of a more comfortable atmosphere. Papa speaks cheerfully . PAPA

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

She sits down at the table and lifts up the telephone receiver. Dick appears in the doorway . DICK

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

PAPA

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 136 chars .

DICK

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

PAPA

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars .

DICK

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

PAPA

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

DICK

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

DICK

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

DICK ( half reproachfully )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

DICK ( takes her in his arms )

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 109 chars .

He kisses her. Mr. Roderick enters, beaming . MR. RODERICK

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 82 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

PAPA ( enters )

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 95 chars .

MR. RODERICK ( lying with difficulty )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

PAPA

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 114 chars .

DICK

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

MR. RODERICK AND CHLOE ( simultaneously )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

PAPA

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Doris enters, looking charming and picturesque in white, with the blue veil and pink flowers . DORIS

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

PAPA ( in his most charming manner )

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 154 chars .

All, rather like children, get ready to go, and speak at once . MR. RODERICK AND DICK

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

DORIS AND CHLOE

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

DICK

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Papa holds Chloe's coat and kisses first Chloe, then Doris, very delicately; then he takes a hand of each in each of his hands . PAPA ( to Mr. Roderick and Dick )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

All go out. Each of the four a little shyly, as if occupied with some weight of guilt — not, however, a wholly uncomfortable weight. Papa alone is bland and blithe and unselfconscious, as if unaware that things of importance are happening. He stands smiling near a window, waving his hand as he sees them leave. Then he goes to the telephone, suddenly becoming tense and nervous. Once his conversation begins, though, he gets involved in the emotions he pretends . PAPA

Contains 315 words in 74 sentences using 1736 chars .

CURTAIN
THE SECOND ACT A little more than a year has elapsed. It is almost time for tea when the rise of the curtain discloses the sitting-room of Mr. Roderick's villa near Trouville. The room is charming, and the furnishings are according to the best French taste. French windows at the back, slightly ajar, open onto a terrace overlooking the bay. Curtained doorways are on opposite sides of the room. Doris and Chloe are writing, their chairs are across from each other at the same table, and their pens drink from the same well. Chloe writes in her diary. Doris finishes a letter and addresses it . DORIS

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

CHLOE ( looking up )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

DORIS

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

CHLOE ( sweetly )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

DORIS

Contains 94 words in 7 sentences using 445 chars .

CHLOE ( sarcastically )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

DORIS

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 204 chars .

CHLOE ( suddenly intense )

Contains 73 words in 6 sentences using 365 chars .

DORIS

Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 39 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 202 chars .

DORIS ( angry and haughty )

Contains 69 words in 4 sentences using 343 chars .

CHLOE ( equally angry and haughty )

Contains 64 words in 6 sentences using 303 chars .

DORIS

Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 214 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 112 chars .

Papa enters, younger and more blithe than ever. His amiable and charming presence ends the family quarrel. Both daughters rise and greet him with a kiss, and all three move to a sofa, where they sit, affectionately grouped. Papa is dressed entirely in white. He looks beautiful and benign . PAPA

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

DORIS AND CHLOE ( speaking together )

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

DORIS

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

DORIS

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

PAPA

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

DORIS

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

PAPA ( suddenly puts the money away and stares into space with a look of profound sadness )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

DORIS AND CHLOE

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 27 chars .

DORIS

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

PAPA

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

DORIS

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

DORIS

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

PAPA

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 119 chars .

DORIS

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 118 chars .

PAPA ( repeating )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

DORIS

Contains 56 words in 4 sentences using 303 chars .

PAPA

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

CHLOE AND DORIS ( together )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

PAPA

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

CHLOE AND DORIS

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

DORIS

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

PAPA

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

DORIS

Contains 30 words in 5 sentences using 149 chars .

PAPA ( beaming )

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 153 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

PAPA

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

CHLOE AND DORIS

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

PAPA

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

CHLOE AND DORIS

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

PAPA

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

DORIS ( speaking at the same time )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

PAPA

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 165 chars .

DORIS

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

PAPA

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 97 chars .

DORIS

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

PAPA

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 129 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

DORIS

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

PAPA

Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 231 chars .

Leopold enters with the tea things. He arranges the table . DORIS

Contains 35 words in 5 sentences using 181 chars .

CHLOE ( bracing up a little )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

PAPA

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

DORIS ( busy making the tea )

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

PAPA

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

DORIS

Contains 46 words in 2 sentences using 212 chars .

CHLOE ( interrupting, as if making a point )

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

DORIS ( icily )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

Mr. Roderick and Dick enter. Mr. Roderick is as noticeably spic-and-span as ever, and Dick as ultrafashionable in his fastidious fashion. There are exclamations in chorus as the five of them spread themselves comfortably about, indolently and gracefully. Mr. Roderick, of course, waits near Doris, in order to make himself useful. Tommy, the English Bull, follows and conducts himself with charm and taste . DORIS

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Mr. Roderick does what is required in very perfect fashion . DORIS

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

PAPA

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

DORIS

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

DORIS

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Chloe is quickly satisfied by the alert Mr. Roderick . DICK

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

DORIS

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Dick secures his own cup as Papa is peering sideways at two sandwiches to see which he prefers. It is finally decided by his taking two. Dick, on his way to his chair, secures a sandwich for himself; and now Mr. Roderick, after fussing with the lamp for Doris, relaxes sufficiently to take the cup that she has fixed for him . PAPA

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Tommy, having begged nicely, is allowed to share Papa's sandwich . MR. RODERICK

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

DORIS

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

Mr. Roderick passes them . DORIS

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Tommy goes toward her to beg for more . MR. RODERICK

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

PAPA

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

DORIS

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Mr. Roderick rings . CHLOE

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

The butler appears . DORIS

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

The butler bows and disappears . DICK

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

DORIS

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

PAPA

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DORIS ( petulantly )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

MR. RODERICK ( soothingly )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

Little Dolores enters, followed by her governess. The child is dark and thin, with much dignity and very accurate manners. Her clothes are picturesque and fascinating. As she makes her little courtesy and runs to Doris, waiting for the others to stop speaking, she is really quite wonderful. Her ease is astonishing. The governess, a French woman, precise, dignified, and with a startlingly interesting face, waits near the door, following Dolores' conduct with careful eyes. Contempt, indifference, and a superficial respect are all in her attitude . PAPA AND CHLOE ( speaking together )

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 27 chars .

MR. RODERICK AND DORIS ( following closely )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

DICK ( lagging a little with his comment )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

DOLORES ( as if unconscious that she has been mentioned )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

DORIS ( kissing her with elaborate affection )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

DOLORES

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

He kisses her, and then lifts her high in the air by way of being entertaining. Even at this lack of tact Dolores does not lose her self-possession. When she is replaced on the floor, she courtesies again and runs to Chloe . DOLORES

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Chloe interrupts speech and bows with an emotional embrace that Dolores finds distinctly trying . CHLOE

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

DOLORES ( prettily and almost successfully hiding a yawn as she answers in a bored tone of voice )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Papa kisses her hand, and then both her cheeks . PAPA

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

DOLORES ( seeing Tommy lurking enviously near )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

PAPA

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

Dolores obeys by resting her little hand delicately on the head of the good dog. Tommy behaves beautifully. Everyone regards them attentively. Doris lights a cigarette . DOLORES

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

PAPA ( to the governess )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

THE GOVERNESS ( in accented English mixed with French )

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars .

Dolores is unconcerned. She leaves Tommy and Papa reluctantly, to run to Dick . DOLORES ( bobbing perfunctorily )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

DICK ( trying to patronize her )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Dolores turns her face up to be kissed in spite of these barbaric manners, and after Dick has given the kiss she makes still another courtesy and runs to Mademoiselle, who is waiting with one hand outstretched as a hint that they must go. Dolores takes the hand, then releases it to make her farewell courtesy after she has spoken . DOLORES

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 109 chars .

ALL ( in chorus )

Contains 7 words in 5 sentences using 46 chars .

Dolores is about to go. Suddenly she remembers something and clasps her hands . DOLORES

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

A second of silence answers. Doris holds out her arms . DORIS

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

Dolores runs to Doris and kneels prettily; she bows her head and clasps her hands and makes an exquisite and touching figure as she goes through her little French prayer. Everyone about her watches her intently and everyone is fixed in an attitude of absolute silence, with fingers to lips in a warning to each other to be attentive. Papa is positively reverent, and Chloe seems about to yield to her emotion. Doris herself looks sweet and lovely, as she sits with her eyes downcast above the kneeling child, one hand on Dolores' head, the other, with the cigarette between the fingers, held off in the air in an attentive gesture. The atmosphere relaxes when the prayer is finished, and Dolores arises . DOLORES

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Dolores does not think it necessary to address all the others, but runs again to Mademoiselle, who bows slightly and takes the child's hand. Then they are gone . PAPA

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

DORIS ( dutifully )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

PAPA

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

DICK

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

PAPA ( delighted )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

CHLOE ( tranquil again )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DICK

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

DORIS

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

The others all look toward Mr. Roderick . MR. RODERICK

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

PAPA

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

DORIS

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

Chloe and Dick follow Papa into another room . DORIS

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MR. RODERICK ( shakes his head )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

DORIS ( holding out a cigarette case )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

DORIS

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

DORIS

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

DORIS

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

DORIS

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

DORIS ( amazed )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MR. RODERICK ( slowly, with emotional emphasis )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

DORIS ( appalled )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 64 words in 5 sentences using 354 chars .

DORIS

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 129 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

DORIS ( interrupting )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

DORIS ( acting her best and pretending amazement )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 55 words in 3 sentences using 260 chars .

DORIS

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

DORIS ( interested in this delightful news )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

DORIS

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

DORIS

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 17 words in 7 sentences using 124 chars .

DORIS ( rising and becoming animated with the spirit of this adventure )

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

DORIS

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 156 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 132 chars .

Leopold appears with a card on a tray, Doris takes it: her eyes and Mr. Roderick's meet and both thrill with the consciousness that this is a dramatic situation . DORIS

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 41 words in 5 sentences using 212 chars .

He leads her to a chair and indicates that she is to sit down. He places her, just so, and turns the chair at an effective angle: then, on tiptoe, as if he were at a funeral, he leaves the room. As soon as he is gone, she springs from her chair and to the other doorway. Her voice, as she calls, keeping an eye out for Mr. Roderick's return, is a tense stage-whisper . DORIS

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

Doris scampers back to her chair and takes care to arrange herself just as Mr. Roderick left her. Papa enters, his cards in his hand, excitement and alarm in his face . PAPA

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

DORIS ( takes on the air of a guilty conspirator as she leans toward him and speaks in a tense voice )

Contains 64 words in 4 sentences using 307 chars .

PAPA

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars .

Chloe enters with her cards still in her hand . DORIS ( rising excitedly )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

DORIS

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

The three are grouped like conspirators when through the doorway suddenly enter Mr. Roderick and Zimzapanzi, with Little Dolores between them. They enter in absolute and beautiful silence. Little Dolores wears a pink dressing gown to her ankles, and on her feet are pink knitted bedroom slippers with wide pink bows on them. Mr. Roderick, Dolores and Zimzapanzi form a group directly facing Doris, Papa and Chloe. There is an intense long pause. In fact, the pause is too long. Zimzapanzi, who is fat and obviously a child of Italy and a person of temperament, stares from Doris to Chloe hopelessly. His eyes are blank. He feels that something is required of him, but he has a poor memory for faces. Papa feels that someone ought to say something . PAPA ( bowing )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

Zimzapanzi bows low in response — but his eyes are blank as he still looks hopelessly out of the corner of his eyes, first at Doris, then at Chloe, then at Mr. Roderick. He is almost praying for someone to help him. Neither Papa nor Mr. Roderick quite know what is the matter. They take his silence for fitting emotion, but begin to feel there has been enough. They expect something different. Suddenly, as the pause is exquisitely embarrassing and painful, little Dolores nuts toward Doris . DOLORES

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

Zimzapanzi recovers his poise at once. Doris seats herself again in the effective attitude in which Mr. Roderick had placed her. She opens her arms to Dolores and lifts her upon her lap . DORIS

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Now that Doris and Dolores are adjusted and Zimzapanzi is sure of his ground, he advances toward them with operatic ease . PAPA

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

Mr. Roderick nods, Doris nods, Zimzapanzi nods, but no one replies. Chloe gives one stormy look toward Zimzapanzi and rushes out. Papa follows. Mr. Roderick takes a chair at the back of the room. Zimzapanzi feels that his way is clear, and he begins a performance calculated to charm his host as well as his hostess. He drops on one fat knee with astonishing ease. His voice is deep and glorious, his English almost perfect. His exclamation is full of feeling . ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 28 chars .

He regards Dolores' little dark face with undeniably genuine interest and affection. Doris finds him a worthy collaborator. She proceeds to act her part with much enjoyment and confidence — keeping an eye on Mr. Roderick for effect . DORIS

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Her voice is sweet and Zimzapanzi does not fail her. His answer is full of beauty and pathos . ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

DORIS

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

She indicates a large chair. Zimzapanzi rises from his knees and brings this chair still closer to her own. He seats himself and waits. There is a brief pause . DORIS ( referring to the child in her arms )

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 117 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Dolores is pushed by Doris into an upright position: she regards the stranger with polite curiosity . ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 106 chars .

DORIS

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 103 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Another slight pause . ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

DORIS ( with an inspiration )

Contains 33 words in 5 sentences using 152 chars .

DOLORES

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

The emotional Zimzapanzi sweeps the child into his arms, kissing her and murmuring Italian words to her in his splendid voice. Dolores likes him at once . ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

Dolores is impressed and even puts her arms about his neck. Doris is delighted . DORIS

Contains 33 words in 5 sentences using 168 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI ( a little surprised )

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 159 chars .

DORIS

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

DORIS

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

Papa enters again. It is plain that he could not keep away . DORIS

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 119 chars .

PAPA ( advancing toward the group and speaking to Dolores )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

DOLORES

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

DORIS

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Mr. Roderick has left his seat, and he and Papa are now standing near Doris . PAPA

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

DORIS

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 119 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

PAPA

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI ( rising and turning to Mr. Roderick )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

MR. RODERICK ( beaming with his nobility )

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 179 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

PAPA

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

DORIS

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI ( to Doris )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

DORIS

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI ( to Papa and Mr. Roderick )

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 78 chars .

Doris rings the bell as Zimzapanzi moves away and stops by the chair in which Dolores has gone to sleep. He stoops and kisses her, speaking in a low voice without awaking her . ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

Leopold has appeared and Zimzapanzi makes a good exit. There is a slight pause, then Papa speaks blithely . PAPA

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Dick and Chloe enter; he is peevish . DICK

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

PAPA

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 152 chars .

DORIS

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 146 chars .

DICK

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 118 chars .

DORIS

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 142 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 29 words in 5 sentences using 155 chars .

PAPA

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars .

CHLOE ( impassively, and with a far-off look )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

DORIS

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

PAPA ( generously, as he goes out through curtained doorway )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

DORIS

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Doris follows Papa out . DICK

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

Dick follows Doris out. Chloe, left alone, stands beside Dolores' chair and looks down at the sleeping child. Her attitude is tender and romantic. Zimzapanzi reënters . ZIMZAPANZI ( coming through the curtained doorway and stopping hesitantly as he speaks )

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 173 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 98 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 24 words in 6 sentences using 130 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 125 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 91 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI ( eagerly )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI ( wounded and angry and childish )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

CHLOE ( formal again, ignoring his question )

Contains 35 words in 6 sentences using 173 chars .

ZIMZAPANZI

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

He lifts her hand to his lips, kisses it apologetically, bows and goes out. She watches him a second, shrugs her shoulders and goes out through the curtained doorway. A brief pause. Leopold appears, straightens a chair or two, sees Dolores and removes her — as the curtain falls . CURTAIN
THE THIRD ACT Seven or eight months have passed, and the Spring is approaching in London. Doris and Chloe, in a sitting-room of their complicated suite at the Ritz-Carlton, are trying to think of something that they might do at this early hour of half-past eleven in the morning. They are distinctly bored. Chloe puts aside her magazine and turns to Doris, who is playing solitaire at a table. CHLOE

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

DORIS

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

DORIS

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars .

DORIS

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

DORIS

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

DORIS

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 129 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars .

DORIS

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 184 chars .

DORIS

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

DORIS

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

DORIS

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars .

DORIS

Contains 81 words in 4 sentences using 404 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 171 chars .

DORIS

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 162 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

DORIS

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 166 chars .

Enter Papa — looking excessively English, and speaking more so . PAPA

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

They run to him, pleased at this diversion, with kisses and greetings . DORIS AND CHLOE ( together )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

DORIS

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

DORIS

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

DORIS

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

PAPA

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

They sit in an affectionate group . DORIS

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

DORIS

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

PAPA

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

DORIS

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

DORIS ( reproving Chloe with a look )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

PAPA

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

DORIS AND CHLOE ( together, with amazement )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

PAPA

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

DORIS AND CHLOE ( together, with horror )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

PAPA

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

DORIS AND CHLOE ( together with utter stupefaction )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

PAPA

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

DORIS AND CHLOE ( together, feebly )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

PAPA

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

CHLOE ( with relief )

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 33 chars .

DORIS ( getting his idea )

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

PAPA

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

DORIS

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

PAPA

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

DORIS AND CHLOE ( together, hopefully )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

PAPA

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

DORIS AND CHLOE ( together in absolute astonishment )

Contains 5 words in 4 sentences using 28 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

DORIS

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

PAPA

Contains 19 words in 5 sentences using 100 chars .

DORIS

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

DORIS

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 112 chars .

DORIS

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

PAPA

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

CHLOE AND DORIS ( together, accusingly )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

There is a pause. Papa pulls himself together . PAPA

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

DORIS

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

PAPA

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

CHLOE AND DORIS ( together, in quite a different tone )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

PAPA

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

CHLOE AND DORIS ( delighted )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

PAPA

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

DORIS

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

PAPA

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

DORIS

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

PAPA

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 135 chars .

DORIS

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 75 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

PAPA ( proudly )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

DORIS ( returns )

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

DORIS ( to Papa )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

PAPA

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Mr. Roderick enters through the door that Doris used. At the same instant Chloe brings Dick from the opposite room . CHLOE

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

There are greetings between them all, and a slight tendency to talk at once. Presently they are all seated about the room in attentive fashion, and Doris has the floor . DORIS

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 158 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

DICK

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

DORIS

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

PAPA

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

DICK

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

DORIS

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DICK

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

DORIS

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

Dick gives a long whistle, eloquent of the fact that he is impressed. So is Mr. Roderick . MR. RODERICK

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

DORIS

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 7 words in 4 sentences using 39 chars .

PAPA

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 121 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

DICK

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

DORIS

Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 183 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

A knock is heard on the door . DORIS

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

THE MAID ( enters from the private hall )

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 73 chars .

There is an intense pause . DORIS

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

THE MAID

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

The Maid goes out. The pause continues . DORIS

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

PAPA

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

DORIS

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

PAPA

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

DICK

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

DORIS

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

PAPA

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

With the modest grace of a hero he goes out of the door at the back. Another impressive pause follows . DORIS

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars .

DORIS

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

There is a ring at a doorbell. A hush falls on everybody as Doris and Chloe move toward the door and Mr. Roderick and Dick rise and stand waiting. Louise opens the door from the little private hall, and Mrs. Blythe steps into the room. She is a spectacular person, though gotten up with the most elegant and daring ease. Her clothes, draped about her, caught here and there in unexpected places, are marvellous and picturesque. Her hat proclaims simplicity, but its plumage from Birds of Paradise looks priceless. On her breast is a simple aërial cluster of mauve orchids. She is slightly lame, but instead of ignoring the fact she makes it the occasion for carrying a tall Shepherd's Crook of black enamel, chastely decorated with a monogram of diamonds, and with casual designs of diamonds set on its handle. She is rather tall, very erect, and her face, only incidentally, is beautiful. To-day she is intimate and charming, in a mood to let everyone flatter and pet and love her. Nevertheless she is a very grand person as she makes her entrance . DORIS AND CHLOE ( together, with eager and pretty courtesy )

Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 39 chars .

When Mrs. Blythe is well into the room she looks from one to another with wide eyes and a very bright steadfast smile . MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 77 words in 9 sentences using 368 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

DORIS

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 69 words in 4 sentences using 341 chars .

DORIS

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

CHLOE AND DORIS ( together )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

DORIS

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 24 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

DICK

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE ( languidly )

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 136 chars .

DICK

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 46 words in 3 sentences using 221 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

Doris comes back into the room . MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 123 chars .

PAPA ( enters )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

Mrs. Blythe's manner suddenly turns into something a little shy and youthful, but very well done. She is changing her rôles: evidently she likes the new one. She gives her hand to Papa, who kisses it. Papa has changed his tie and put on white spats. She looks at him approvingly . MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

PAPA

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 105 chars .

PAPA

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

DORIS AND CHLOE ( together )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 160 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

PAPA

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 39 words in 6 sentences using 174 chars .

DORIS

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 73 words in 6 sentences using 312 chars .

DORIS

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

DICK

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

PAPA ( indulgently, with unconcealed affection )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

These words go straight to Mrs. Blythe's heart. She becomes sweet and young as a breath of violets . MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

DORIS

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

DICK

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Everyone is anxious . MRS. BLYTHE ( superbly )

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 134 chars .

DORIS

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

PAPA

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Everyone realizes by Mrs. Blythe's manner that she has been clever. They applaud her with smiles and flattering attitudes. She is ready now for something else. She turns to Papa . MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

PAPA ( charmingly, with meaning )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE ( evading but recognizing his intention )

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

DORIS

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 49 words in 6 sentences using 236 chars .

PAPA

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

PAPA

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 138 chars .

Papa reads the letter and fidgets. There is an intense pause. He catches Doris' eye. She realizes something is wrong . DORIS

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 98 chars .

PAPA ( engineering something, as he hands the letter to Doris )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

Papa goes over to Dick, who rises, and speaks in a low voice. Dick is obliging . DICK

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

PAPA ( explaining )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

The others simply look up and accept the incident as Dick goes out. The door closes. Doris has given the note to Chloe. An intense pause still reigns . MRS. BLYTHE ( suddenly )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

CHLOE ( reading )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

DORIS

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

PAPA ( to Mrs. Blythe as Mr. Roderick reads the note )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

PAPA ( ecstatically, taking her hand )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 136 chars .

PAPA

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 159 chars .

PAPA ( drooping a little )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

There is a slight pause. Everyone is silent, thinking and perplexed . MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 192 words in 15 sentences using 960 chars .

DORIS

Contains 26 words in 5 sentences using 122 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 103 chars .

There is consternation and surprise. Doris and Papa, this time, are utterly floored; but Mr. Roderick advances with his tale . MR. RODERICK

Contains 71 words in 7 sentences using 380 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE ( bewildered )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 155 chars .

DORIS

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 135 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 188 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 236 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 163 chars .

DORIS

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

PAPA

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 145 chars .

PAPA

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE ( relenting a little )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

DORIS

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars .

PAPA ( to Mrs. Blythe )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

PAPA

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE ( to the others )

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars .

DORIS

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Doris and Mr. Roderick go out through one door, Chloe through another. Mrs. Blythe is not quite herself. She seems a little put out with Papa. He feels this; his tact is infinite, his charm exquisite . PAPA ( taking her hand )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

Mrs. Blythe cannot quite resist this, but she is still put out and sulks a little. She evades him . MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 156 chars .

PAPA

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

PAPA

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 137 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

She seems pleased and muses. Doris and Mr. Roderick enter. Doris has on her motor things. Mr. Roderick has a note in his hand . DORIS

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 55 words in 4 sentences using 291 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

Chloe and Dick enter from the other room. Chloe has her motor things on. Dick holds a note . DICK ( to Papa )

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 97 chars .

CHLOE AND DORIS ( together )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

PAPA ( opens the letter, glances through it and reads aloud )

Contains 60 words in 10 sentences using 334 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

DORIS

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DICK

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

PAPA

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

MR. RODERICK

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

DICK

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE ( turns to Doris and Chloe )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

They go to her. She takes a hand of each . MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

DORIS

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

DORIS AND CHLOE ( together )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

DORIS

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

CHLOE

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

MR. RODERICK ( enters with his coat on, his stick, gloves and hat in his hand )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

DICK ( enters with his coat on from another direction, carrying hat, gloves and stick )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

PAPA ( enters from the rear; he also wears his coat and carries his gloves, hat and stick )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE ( to the others )

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 64 chars .

Doris, Chloe, Dick and Mr. Roderick assent in chorus and are gone. Papa goes toward Mrs. Blythe . PAPA

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MRS. BLYTHE

Contains 127 words in 13 sentences using 727 chars .

Papa perceives that she has thrust him into an uncomfortably false position, but, since that is where she wishes him to sit, he resolves heroically to do so for her sake. He kisses her hand and looks into her eyes with the humility of a repentant sinner entering heaven . PAPA

Contains 70 words in 10 sentences using 341 chars .

Mrs. Blythe takes his arm affectionately and trustfully, as the curtain falls .
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