The Return of Peter Grimm

CAST PETER GRIMM David Warfield FREDERIK, his nephew John Sainpolis JAMES HARTMAN Thomas Meighan ANDREW MACPHERSON Joseph Brennan REV. HENRY BATHOLOMMEY William Boag COLONEL TOM LAWTON John F. Webber WILLEM Percy Helton CATHERINE Janet Dunbar MRS. BATHOLOMMEY Marie Bates MARTA Marie Reichardt THE CLOWN Tony Bevan

SYNOPSIS

The scene of the play is laid in the living-room of Peter Grimm's home at Grimm Manor, a small town in New York State, founded by early settlers from Holland .

The first act takes place at eleven o'clock in the morning, on a fine spring day .

The second act passes ten days later, towards the close of a rainy afternoon .

The third act takes place at twenty minutes to twelve on the same night .

ACT I

The scene shows a comfortable living-room in an old house. The furniture was brought to America by Peter Grimm's ancestors. The Grimms were, for the most part, frugal people, but two or three fine paintings have been inherited by Peter .

A small, old-fashioned piano stands near the open window, a few comfortable chairs, a desk with a hanging lamp above it, and an armchair in front of it, a quaint old fireplace, a Dutch wall clock with weights, a sofa, a hat-rack, and mahogany flower-pot holders, are set about the room; but the most treasured possession is a large family Bible lying on a table. A door leads to a small office occupied by Peter's secretary .

Stairs lead to the sleeping-rooms above. Through the window, hothouses, beds of tulips, and other flowers, shrubs and trees are seen. "Peter Grimm's Botanic Gardens" supply seeds, plants, shrubbery and trees to the wholesale, as well as retail trade, and the view suggests the importance of the industry. An old Dutch windmill, erected by a Colonial ancestor, gives a quaint touch to the picture. Although Peter Grimm is a very wealthy man, he lives as simply as his ancestors .

As the curtain is raised, the room is empty; but Catherine is heard singing in the dining-room. James Hartman, Peter's secretary, opens his door to listen, a small bundle of letters in his hand. He is a well set up young man, rather blunt in his manner, and a trifle careless in his dress. After a pause, he goes back into the office, leaving the door ajar. Presently Catherine enters. In spite of her youth and girlish appearance, she is a good, thrifty housekeeper. She wears a simple summer gown, and carries a bunch of gay tulips and an old silver pitcher, from which she presently pours water into the Harlequin Delft vase on Peter Grimm's desk. She peeps into the office, retreating, with a smile on her lips, as James appears .

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( He is still holding her hand when Frederik Grimm enters. He is the son of Peter's dead sister, and has been educated by Peter to carry on his work. He is a graduate of Amsterdam College, Holland, and, in appearance and manner, suggests the foreign student. He has managed to pull through college creditably, making a specialty of botany. Peter has given him the usual trip through Europe, and Frederik has come to his rich uncle to settle down and learn his business. He has been an inmate of the household for a few months. He poses as a most industrious young man, but is, at heart, a shirker .) FREDERIK.

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( James has laid some mail on the desk, and is about to leave the room, when Frederik speaks again, but in a more friendly manner .) FREDERIK.

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( Peter Grimm enters from the gardens. He is a well-preserved man of sixty, very simple and plain in his ways. He has not changed his style of dress in the past thirty years. His clothing, collar, tie, hat and shoes are all old-fashioned. He is an estimable man, scrupulously honest, gentle and sympathetic; but occasionally he shows a flash of Dutch stubbornness .) FREDERIK.

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PETER ( Who knows the history by heart, has listened, his eyes almost suffused — repeating each word to himself, as she reads. He has lived over each generation down to the present and nods in approval as she reaches this point ).

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PETER ( Who has lifted a pot of tulips to set it in the sun — standing with the pot in his hands ).

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( Smells the tulips and sets them down .) FREDERIK ( Goes briskly towards the door ).

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( Marta, an old family servant, has entered with the air of having forgotten to wind the clock. She smiles happily at Peter's allusion to her puddings, attends to the old clock, and passes off with Catherine. Peter sits at the desk, glancing over the mail .) PETER.

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( Pats William on the shoulder .) WILLIAM.

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( Catherine enters .) PETER.

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( Shakes hands with James, who leaves the room too much overcome to speak .) DR. MACPHERSON ( Who has entered, saying carelessly to James as he passes him ).

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( Catherine, still wondering, passes off with the tray. From the cellar, Peter can be heard singing lustily .) PETER.

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( During the song, Mrs. Batholommey has given a quick tap on the door and entered. She is about forty years of age. Her faded brown hair is streaked with grey. She wears a plain black alpaca costume .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Agitated ).

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( The Rev. Henry Batholommey now enters. He is a man of about forty-five, wearing the frock coat, high waistcoat and square topped hat of a minister of the Dutch Reformed Church .) REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

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( The Rev. Mr. Batholommey bows. William has returned from his errand and entered the room, — a picture-book under his arm. He sits up by the window, absorbed in the pictures — unnoticed by the others .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Closing the door left open by Peter, shutting out the sound of his voice ).

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REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

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( Shakes his head .) DR. MACPHERSON.

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( He motions to her to be silent, as Peter, coming up the stairs from the cellar, is heard singing .) PETER.

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PETER ( Catching a glimpse of Mrs. Batholommey's gloomy expression ).

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MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

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REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY ( Cheerily ).

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PETER.

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MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Stiffly ).

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PETER.

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PETER.

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MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( With a startled cry ).

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 76 chars .

PETER ( Coming down with two glasses — handing one to the Doctor ).

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 111 chars .

PETER.

Contains 21 words in 5 sentences using 107 chars .

( They drink .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( With sad resignation ).

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars .

PETER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

( Weeps .) PETER.

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 89 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Seeing that she has gone too far ).

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

PETER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( In pantomime — mouthing the word so that William cannot hear ).

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

PETER.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

PETER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( In pantomime — as before ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

PETER.

Contains 24 words in 5 sentences using 100 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

PETER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

PETER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars .

PETER ( Hurrying to the door ).

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

WILLIAM ( Pointing ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

PETER ( As delighted as William ).

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars .

( Gestures to the Batholommeys to join him at the window. The music comes nearer and nearer — the parade is supposed to be passing. William gives a cry of delight as a clown appears at the window with handbills under his arm .) THE CLOWN ( As he throws the handbills into the room ).

Contains 57 words in 8 sentences using 294 chars .

( Sings .)

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

Contains 4 words in 4 sentences using 16 chars .

( The Clown disappears, repeating "Billy Miller's Big Show," &c., until his voice is lost and the voices of shouting children are heard as they run after him .) PETER ( Putting his hand in his pocket ).

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

( Frederik re-enters with a floral catalogue .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Apart to Rev. Mr. Batholommey — looking at Peter ).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

WILLIAM ( Getting the money from Peter ).

Contains 33 words in 5 sentences using 145 chars .

( Pointing to Peter's hat on the peg .) PETER.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

( There is a pause. Peter stops short, looking at William. The others are startled, but stand motionless, watching the effect of William's revelation. Frederik doesn't know what to make of it. There is an ominous silence in the room. Then Mrs. Batholommey, whose smile has been frozen on her face, takes William's hand and is about to draw him away, when Peter lays his hand on William's shoulder. Mrs. Batholommey steps back .) PETER ( Kindly ).

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

WILLIAM ( Points to the Doctor ).

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY ( Quietly but very sternly ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

( William now understands that he should not have repeated what he heard .) PETER.

Contains 29 words in 5 sentences using 155 chars .

WILLIAM ( His voice trembling ).

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

PETER ( Looks round the room — beginning to understand ).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

PETER.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 119 chars .

( William goes for the tickets .) REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 39 words in 4 sentences using 200 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Suddenly overcome ).

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

( In tears, she follows her husband. The Doctor and Peter look at each other .) DR. MACPHERSON ( Cigar in mouth — very abruptly ).

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

( Catches up his hat to hasten off .) PETER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON ( Turning ).

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

PETER ( Calmly ).

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

PETER.

Contains 38 words in 4 sentences using 193 chars .

FREDERIK ( Thinking of his future in case of Peter's death .)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

PETER.

Contains 64 words in 9 sentences using 303 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 53 chars .

PETER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

FREDERIK ( Suddenly showing feeling ).

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 152 chars .

PETER ( Astonished ).

Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 191 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

( Sitting near Peter .) PETER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

( Frederik nods assent. Peter smokes. The room is very cheerful. The bright midday sunshine creeps through the windows, — almost causing a haze in the room — and resting on the pots and vases and bright flowers on the tables .) CATHERINE ( Singing ).

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

PETER ( Looking up — still in thought — seeming not to hear the song ).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

( Frederik nods assent .) CATHERINE.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 100 chars .

PETER ( Who has been thinking ).

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

PETER.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

PETER ( As though he had a weight off his mind ).

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

( Smokes, listening with pleasure as Catherine finishes the song .) CATHERINE ( Repeats the chorus ).

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

( At the close of the song, Peter puts down his pipe and beckons to Catherine .) PETER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

( Catherine brings the Bible to Peter as the garden bell rings outside .) FREDERIK.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

PETER ( Opening the Book at the history of the family — points to the closely written page ).

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 151 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 23 chars .

PETER ( Taking the rose and her hand in his own ).

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

PETER.

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 82 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

PETER.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

( Slipping her hand in Frederik's, taking the rose, and tapping their clasped hands with the flower as he speaks .) FREDERIK.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

CATHERINE ( Nervously ).

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

PETER ( To Frederik ).

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 82 chars .

CATHERINE ( Her lips set ).

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars .

PETER ( Takes a ring off his hand ).

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

( He kisses Catherine. Then, releasing her, he nods to Frederik to follow his example. Peter turns his back on the young people and smokes .) FREDERIK.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

( Dreading his embrace, she retreats towards Peter and, as she touches him, his pipe falls to the floor. She looks at him, startled. Frederik, struck, looking intently at Peter who sits motionless .) CATHERINE.

Contains 35 words in 11 sentences using 182 chars .

FREDERIK ( Taking Peter's hand ).

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

CATHERINE ( Coming back to Peter and looking at him transfixed ).

Contains 7 words in 4 sentences using 39 chars .

( The Doctor enters hurridly .) DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

( He goes quickly to Peter and listens to his heart. Catherine and Frederik on either side of him. The Doctor with tender sympathy takes Catherine in his arms .) WILLIAM ( Rushes in with two tickets in his hand, leaving the door open. The circus music is faintly heard ).

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

FREDERIK ( Questioningly — dazed ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

( Catherine is overcome .) WILLIAM ( At Peter's side — holding up the circus ticket ).

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

CURTAIN

ACT II SCENE. The second act takes place ten days later, towards the close of a rainy afternoon. A fire is burning in the grate and a basket of hickory wood stands beside the hearth. Peter's hat is no longer on the peg. His pipes and jar of tobacco are missing. A number of wedding presents are set on a table, some unopened. The interior of the room, with its snapping fire, forms a pleasant contrast to the gloomy exterior. The day is fading into dusk. Mrs. Batholommey is at the piano, playing the wedding march from "Lohengrin." Four little girls are grouped about her, singing the words to the air .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 124 words in 14 sentences using 631 chars .

FREDERIK ( In a low voice ).

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Taking up her fancy work, seating herself ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

FREDERIK ( Taking a telegram from his pocket-book ).

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 190 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 50 words in 5 sentences using 269 chars .

FREDERIK ( Sharply ).

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 95 words in 6 sentences using 471 chars .

FREDERIK ( Looking towards the door of the office ).

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 69 words in 10 sentences using 354 chars .

JAMES ( Entering ).

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

FREDERIK ( Offering his hand to James ).

Contains 51 words in 6 sentences using 277 chars .

( Mrs. Batholommey leaves the room .) JAMES.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 43 words in 3 sentences using 193 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars .

( Exit into the office .)

( Catherine comes from William's room, simply dressed in white — no touch of mourning. Frederik goes to the foot of the stairs and calls softly .)

FREDERIK.

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 96 chars .

CATHERINE ( Coming downstairs ).

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 41 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

CATHERINE ( Very subdued ).

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

CATHERINE ( As before ).

Contains 38 words in 6 sentences using 178 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 120 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 45 words in 6 sentences using 203 chars .

FREDERIK ( As though speaking to a child ).

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 88 words in 12 sentences using 426 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 91 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 22 words in 6 sentences using 102 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 37 words in 5 sentences using 172 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 56 words in 5 sentences using 290 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 160 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 97 words in 14 sentences using 482 chars .

( Pats her cheek and exits .)

( Catherine stands over her wedding presents just as he left her — not looking at them — her eyes filled with tears. The door is suddenly opened and the Doctor enters, a tweed shawl over his shoulders, wearing a tweed cap. He has a book under his arm .)

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 32 words in 8 sentences using 172 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 110 words in 10 sentences using 553 chars .

( Exit into William's room. The rain increases. The sky grows blacker — the room darker. Catherine gives a cry and stretches out her arms, not looking up .) CATHERINE.

Contains 37 words in 10 sentences using 185 chars .

MARTA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 105 chars .

MARTA.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

( The rain beats against the windows. A sharp double knock is heard at the door. Catherine starts as though suddenly brought to herself, hastily goes into the next room, taking the Doctor's book with her. Marta has hurried towards the front door, when the Rev. Mr. Batholommey and Colonel Lawton appear in the hall as though they had entered quickly, to escape the storm. Marta, greeting them, passes off to tell Frederik of their presence. The Rev. Mr. Batholommey wears a long, black cloth, rain-proof coat. Colonel Lawton wears a rubber poncho. Colonel Lawton is a tall man with a thin brown beard and moustache, about forty-eight. He is dressed in a Prince Albert coat, unpressed trousers, and a negligée shirt. He wears spectacles and has a way of throwing back his head and peering at people before answering them. The Rev. Mr. Batholommey sets his umbrella in the hall and the Colonel hangs his broad-brimmed hat on the handle — as though to let it drip .) REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

COLONEL LAWTON ( Taking off his overshoes ).

Contains 32 words in 5 sentences using 179 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

( Colonel Lawton crosses to the fire, followed by the Rev. Mr. Batholommey .) FREDERIK ( Who has gone to the desk for a paper lying under a paper-weight ).

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

( There is a louder peal of thunder. A flash of lightning illuminates the room .) COLONEL LAWTON.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 129 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

( Colonel Lawton goes to the sideboard and pours out two drinks from a decanter. A heavy roll of thunder now ends in a sharp thunderclap. Mrs. Batholommey, who is entering the room, gives a cry and puts her hands over her face. Colonel Lawton bolts his whiskey. The Rev. Mr. Batholommey takes a glass and stands with it in his hand .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Removing her hands in time to see the brandy ).

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

( Drinks .) COLONEL LAWTON ( Throws a hickory log on the fire, which presently blazes up, making the room much lighter ).

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

( Sits .)

( Rev. Mr. Batholommey has drawn up a chair for his wife, and now seats himself before the snapping hickory fire .)

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 38 words in 4 sentences using 198 chars .

FREDERIK ( Reading in a businesslike manner ).

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 236 chars .

FREDERIK ( Eyes Mrs. Batholommey for a second, then continues ).

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

COLONEL LAWTON ( Taking out a cigar ).

Contains 23 words in 6 sentences using 100 chars .

( Nods inquiringly at Mrs. Batholommey, who bows assent, and he lights his cigar .) FREDERIK ( Glancing at the paper ).

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

FREDERIK ( Reads ).

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 47 words in 7 sentences using 227 chars .

FREDERIK ( Reading ).

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

( Colonel Lawton has a look on his face as though he were saying, "Ah! I'll get something worth while .") MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Angrily ).

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

COLONEL LAWTON ( Chewing his cigar ).

Contains 70 words in 4 sentences using 360 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

COLONEL LAWTON ( Suddenly changing — dazed ).

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Seeing Frederik lay down the paper and rise ).

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

COLONEL LAWTON ( Still dazed ).

Contains 24 words in 5 sentences using 114 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY ( Stiffly ).

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

( Goes to the window and looks out — his back turned to the others — trying to control his feelings .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Her voice trembling with vexation and disappointment ).

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

COLONEL LAWTON.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Bitterly ).

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 116 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY ( Horrified ).

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 209 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 74 words in 7 sentences using 370 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY ( In a low voice ).

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 61 words in 4 sentences using 309 chars .

( Weeps .) REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 58 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Breaking down — almost breathlessly ).

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 154 chars .

COLONEL LAWTON.

Contains 69 words in 8 sentences using 344 chars .

( Colonel Lawton stirs the fire — a log falls out and the flame goes down. The room has gradually grown darker as the night approaches .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Turning on Colonel Lawton ).

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

COLONEL LAWTON ( Enraged, raising his voice ).

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

FREDERIK ( Virtuously — laying down the paper ).

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 123 chars .

COLONEL LAWTON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 83 words in 9 sentences using 407 chars .

( He pauses, knowing that he has said too much. The room is now very dark. The rain has subsided. Everything is quiet outside. There is not a sound, save the ticking of the clock .) REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY ( Solemnly — breaking the pause ).

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 118 chars .

FREDERIK ( Laughing derisively ).

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

( All is quiet. The clock ticks in the dark. The door opens .) FREDERIK ( With a change of voice ).

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 76 chars .

( A pause. He strikes a match and holds it above his head. The light shows the open door. A wind, blowing through the doorway, causes the match to flicker, and Frederik protects it with his hand .) COLONEL LAWTON.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 74 chars .

( Frederik strikes another match and holds it up. The door is seen to be closed .) COLONEL LAWTON ( Who is nearest to the door ).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

FREDERIK ( Blowing out the match ).

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

COLONEL LAWTON ( Returning to his chair ).

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

CATHERINE ( Entering with a lamp ).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

( Without pausing, she sets the lamp on the table down right — opposite the group of characters. She turns up the wick and Peter Grimm is seen standing in the room — half in shadow. He is as he was in life. The clothes he wears appear to be those he wore about his house in the first act. He carries his hat in his hand. He has the same kind smile, the same deferential manner, but his face is more spiritual and years younger. The lamp, which Catherine has placed on the table, brightens the room .) PETER. ( Whose eyes never leave Catherine ).

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 40 chars .

FREDERIK ( To Catherine ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

PETER.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 95 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 53 words in 7 sentences using 254 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

( Peter stands looking at them, perplexed; not being able to comprehend as yet that he is not seen .) CATHERINE.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY ( Kindly ).

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars .

PETER.

Contains 13 words in 9 sentences using 89 chars .

( His eyes have followed Catherine who is now at the door .) CATHERINE ( Pausing ).

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 95 chars .

FREDERIK ( Pooh-poohing ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

CATHERINE ( Half to herself ).

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 109 chars .

( She passes out of the room .) PETER. ( Showing that he does not want her to carry out his wishes ).

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

( Frederik, not glancing in Peter's direction, lights a cigarette .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

PETER.

Contains 47 words in 7 sentences using 228 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( To Frederik ).

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

PETER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 107 chars .

PETER. ( Putting his hand on Rev. Mr. Batholommey's shoulder ).

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY ( Half-doubtingly ).

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 117 chars .

( Goes into the hall to put on his overshoes, coat, etc., leaving Peter's hand extended in the air .) COLONEL LAWTON ( Rising ).

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

( He stands, thinking matters over — cigar in mouth, his hand on his chin .) PETER. ( Slipping his hand through Colonel Lawton's arm. They seem to look each other in the eye ).

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 177 chars .

( Colonel Lawton, who has heard nothing — seen nothing — moves away as though Peter had never held his arm, and goes up into the hall for his cape and overshoes .) COLONEL LAWTON ( Noticing an old gold-headed walking-stick in the hall ).

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

COLONEL LAWTON.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

( Peter stands listening, a faint smile on his face .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

( Sets his watch by the clock.. Mrs. Batholommey gives him look and joins her husband at the door .) COLONEL LAWTON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

( Exit, closing the door .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( As Rev. Mr. Batholommey goes out — calling after him ).

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

( Mrs. Batholommey leaves the room too disgusted for words. Frederik goes into the office .) PETER. ( Now alone ).

Contains 50 words in 16 sentences using 256 chars .

FREDERIK ( Looking at his watch, re-enters from the office and goes to the 'phone, which presently rings. Frederik instantly lifts the receiver as though not wishing to attract attention. In a low voice ).

Contains 131 words in 26 sentences using 610 chars .

PETER.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 11 chars .

FREDERIK ( Echoing Hicks' words ).

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars .

( A far-away rumble of thunder is heard — the lightning flickers at the window and a flash is seen on the telephone which tinkles and responds as though from the electric shock. Exclaiming "Ugh," Frederik drops the receiver — which hangs down .) PETER. ( The storm passes as he speaks into the receiver without touching the telephone ).

Contains 54 words in 10 sentences using 282 chars .

FREDERIK ( Picks up the receiver ).

Contains 54 words in 14 sentences using 273 chars .

PETER. ( Turns and faces the door leading into the next room, as though he could feel the presence of some one waiting there ).

Contains 66 words in 22 sentences using 329 chars .

( She moves about the room in thought. As Peter watches her — she pauses near his desk .) CATHERINE ( Suddenly ).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

PETER.

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 125 chars .

( Suddenly giving way to the realization of her loss, Catherine sighs .) PETER. ( Correcting himself ).

Contains 257 words in 38 sentences using 1296 chars .

CATHERINE ( Helplessly — changing her position like a tired child .)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

PETER. ( Cheerily ).

Contains 324 words in 38 sentences using 1627 chars .

( Catherine rises with an entire change of manner — takes a bright red blossom from the vase on Peter's desk — then deliberately walks to the door of the room in which James is working. Peter follows her action hopefully. She does not tap on the door, however, but turns and sits at the piano — in thought — not facing the piano. She puts Peter's flowers against her face. Then, laying the flowers on the piano, sings softly three or four bars of the song she sang in the first act — and stops abruptly .) CATHERINE ( To herself ).

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

PETER.

Contains 113 words in 14 sentences using 571 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

PETER.

Contains 48 words in 8 sentences using 231 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

PETER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

PETER.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON ( Getting a pad from his pocket — writing out a prescription with his fountain pen ).

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

PETER.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 73 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON ( Suddenly noticing that Catherine seems more cheerful ).

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 105 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 116 chars .

PETER.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars .

( Sitting at the table .) PETER.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

( Thinks .)

( Catherine has seated herself at the table. — Unconsciously they both occupy the same seats as in the first act .)

PETER.

Contains 42 words in 2 sentences using 200 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars .

PETER.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 164 chars .

PETER.

Contains 86 words in 5 sentences using 436 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON ( Unconsciously grasping the thought ).

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

PETER.

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 74 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON ( Rising to get his shawl — gruffly ).

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

PETER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

( Picks up his shawl .) PETER. ( Trying to detain the Doctor — tugging at his shawl without seeming to pull it ).

Contains 53 words in 18 sentences using 253 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

( Catherine goes quietly to the fireplace, kneeling down, mends the fire, and remains there sitting on an ottoman .) PETER. ( Calling after the Doctor ).

Contains 176 words in 34 sentences using 936 chars .

( James pauses a moment. There is silence. Then he comes forward a step and Catherine, hearing him, turns and rises .) JAMES ( Coldly — respectfully ).

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

PETER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

CATHERINE ( Shaking hands with him ).

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

JAMES ( Half-heartedly ).

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 138 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 15 words in 5 sentences using 84 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 145 words in 13 sentences using 741 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 160 words in 17 sentences using 768 chars .

PETER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 53 words in 4 sentences using 227 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 105 chars .

PETER.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 75 words in 13 sentences using 340 chars .

CATHERINE ( Retreats, backing towards Peter ).

Contains 13 words in 6 sentences using 62 chars .

Contains 0 words in 1 sentence using 1 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

( Draws her to him .) CATHERINE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 62 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 121 chars .

CATHERINE ( In tears — bessechingly ).

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars .

( Frederik enters. Until the entrance of Frederik, Peter has had hope in his face, but now he begins to feel apprehensive .) FREDERIK ( Throwing his hat and coat on a chair ).

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 114 chars .

( James looks at Catherine, then at Frederik. Catherine gives him an imploring glance — urging him not to speak. Frederik has gone to Peter's desk .) JAMES.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

( Goes towards the hall .) FREDERIK.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JAMES.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

( Exit James .)

( Frederik lights the desk candles, takes the mail out of the drawer — opens two letters — tears them up after barely glancing at them — then sees Catherine still standing at the foot of the stairs — her back to him. He lays the cigar on the desk, crosses, and, taking her in his arms, kisses her .)

CATHERINE ( With a revulsion of feeling ).

Contains 6 words in 6 sentences using 35 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 30 words in 6 sentences using 158 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 79 words in 7 sentences using 401 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

( She escapes into her room. Frederik goes to his desk .) PETER. ( Confronting Frederik ).

Contains 87 words in 9 sentences using 446 chars .

FREDERIK ( To himself ).

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

PETER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

FREDERIK ( Has opened a long, narrow, blue envelope containing a letter on blue paper and a small photograph. He stares at the letter, aghast ).

Contains 21 words in 6 sentences using 98 chars .

PETER. ( Standing in front of Frederik looks into space — as though reading the letter in the air ).

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 44 words in 6 sentences using 204 chars .

( Hesitates .) PETER. ( Going back of the desk, standing behind Frederik's chair ).

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars .

PETER.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

FREDERIK ( Who has has been looking down at the letter — suddenly feeling Peter's presence ).

Contains 71 words in 12 sentences using 367 chars .

( Frederik, conscious-stricken for the time being, bows his head .) PETER.

Contains 70 words in 10 sentences using 359 chars .

FREDERIK ( Looks about uneasily, then glances towards the door leading into the hall ).

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

PETER.

Contains 325 words in 54 sentences using 1633 chars .

FREDERIK ( With a sneer on his lips as though trying to banish his thoughts ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

( Marta enters with a tray, containing a pot of coffee and a plate of small cakes. Peter, who has watched her with appealing eyes, like a dog craving attention, glances from her to the desk and from the desk back to Marta — trying to tempt her to look at the torn letter. Frederik, deep in thought, does not notice her. Peter points to the desk as though to say, "Look!" After a pause, she picks up the picture and the letter — holding them in one hand to clear a spot for the tray which she is about to set on the desk .) PETER ( Speaking in a hushed voice ).

Contains 63 words in 19 sentences using 361 chars .

( Marta sets down the picture and the letter; but something prompts her to look at them; however, before she can carry out her impulse, Frederik starts up .) FREDERIK.

Contains 35 words in 5 sentences using 158 chars .

MARTA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MARTA ( Pathetically ).

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

FREDERIK ( Recovering ).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MARTA.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

FREDERIK ( Hesitates ).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MARTA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 3 words in 4 sentences using 26 chars .

MARTA.

Contains 24 words in 7 sentences using 143 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

( Peter gestures to Marta — pointing to the picture and letter, now covered by Frederik's hand .) MARTA ( Hesitating ).

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

( Peter crouches near the basket — hovering over it, his hands clasped helplessly. After a pause, he raises his hand, until it points to a bedroom above. An echo of the circus music is very faintly heard; not with the blaring of brasses, but with the sounds of elfin horns, conveying the impression of a phantom circus band. The door of William's room opens, and he comes out as though to listen to the music. He wears a sleeping-suit and is barefooted. He has come down stairs before Frederik sees him. Frederik quickly puts aside the photograph, laying it on the desk, covering it with his hand .) FREDERIK ( Gruffly ).

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 39 words in 9 sentences using 205 chars .

( Rubbing his eyes .) FREDERIK ( Goes to the window, closes it. The child looks at him and, in retreating from him, unconsciously backs towards Peter ).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

( Frederik sits .) PETER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

PETER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

( Puzzled — unable to explain himself, he hesitates .) FREDERIK ( Annoyed ).

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

WILLIAM ( Pointing to a glass of water on a tray ).

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

WILLIAM ( Going towards the stairs ).

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

( Goes slowly up the stairs. Frederik would destroy the pieces of the picture; but Peter faces him as though forbidding him to touch it, and, for the first time, Frederik imagines he sees the apparition of his uncle .) FREDERIK ( In a very low voice — almost inaudibly ).

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 28 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

PETER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

( William doesn't see Peter yet, but he feels his influence .) WILLIAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

PETER.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

WILLIAM ( Seeing the cakes ).

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

( He steals to the tray, looking over his shoulder in fear of being caught .) PETER.

Contains 30 words in 6 sentences using 164 chars .

( The circus music is heard. William sits at the tray and Peter seats himself opposite as though he were the host doing the honours. William, being unconsciously coaxed by Peter, is prevailed upon to choose the biggest cake. He takes a bite, looking towards Peter .) WILLIAM ( To himself ).

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 81 chars .

PETER.

Contains 496 words in 53 sentences using 2554 chars .

WILLIAM ( Without looking up, his hands folded in his lap ).

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

PETER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

PETER.

Contains 11 words in 5 sentences using 62 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

PETER ( Putting his hand on Williams head ).

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 24 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 73 chars .

PETER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 18 words in 5 sentences using 80 chars .

PETER.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 97 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 64 chars .

PETER.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

WILLIAM ( To whom the idea appeals ).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

PETER.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

( Indicating the picture .) WILLIAM.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

PETER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

PETER.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 46 words in 4 sentences using 219 chars .

PETER.

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 183 chars .

( Peter is standing at the desk with his finger on the torn pieces of the picture .) WILLIAM.

Contains 32 words in 11 sentences using 167 chars .

PETER.

Contains 57 words in 7 sentences using 293 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 62 chars .

PETER.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 100 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

PETER.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

WILLIAM ( Evasively ).

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

PETER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

WILLIAM ( To picture ).

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

PETER.

Contains 56 words in 7 sentences using 314 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

PETER.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

WILLIAM ( Gives a quick glance towards the door — then as though speaking to the picture ).

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

PETER and WILLIAM ( Singing together ).

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 12 chars .

( At this instant, Peter is indicating another piece of the picture .) WILLIAM.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

WILLIAM and PETER ( Singing ).

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 12 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

PETER ( Finishing the verse ).

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

( With a gesture as though knocking on the door of the adjoining room to attract Mrs. Batholommey's attention .) WILLIAM ( Speaks ).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

WILLIAM and PETER ( Singing ).

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 12 chars .

WILLIAM ( Stops singing and claps his hands with boyish delight — staring at the picture ).

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars .

( By this time, Peter is going up the stairs, and, as he stands in front of Catherines door, it opens. Peter passes in and Catherine comes out .) CATHERINE ( Astonished ).

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 67 chars .

CATHERINE ( Not coming down ).

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars .

( Passes into William's room .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Who has entered, and sees William ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 58 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Alarmed ).

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 63 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 33 words in 6 sentences using 172 chars .

PETER ( Who has re-entered ).

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars .

( The Doctor enters, wearing his skull-cap, and carrying his pipe in his hand. It is evident that he has come over in a hurry .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Surprised ).

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

( By this time, Catherine has seated herself on a chair, and takes William on her lap. He puts his arms round her neck .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

( Taking William's pulse .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Interrupting ).

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON ( Interested ).

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 73 chars .

PETER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 154 chars .

CATHERINE ( Echoing the Doctor's words ).

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 144 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 138 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars .

WILLIAM ( Hesitating ).

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

CATHERINE ( Wonderingly ).

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 55 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON ( Raises his hand for silence ).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Remonstrating ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON ( Thinking ).

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

PETER ( Pointing to the desk ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 66 chars .

CATHERINE ( Seeing the picture ).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

PETER.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 35 words in 5 sentences using 175 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

( Exit into dining-room .) CATHERINE.

Contains 34 words in 10 sentences using 180 chars .

( She pauses — perplexed .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Re-entering ).

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 168 chars .

CATHERINE ( Looking at the picture ).

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 80 words in 12 sentences using 426 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON ( Not understanding ).

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 154 chars .

PETER.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON ( Not hearing ).

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 121 chars .

PETER.

Contains 16 words in 5 sentences using 78 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 157 chars .

PETER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

PETER.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON ( As before ).

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 60 chars .

( Mrs. Batholommey, without making a sound, closes it and sits as before .) PETER.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

( A pause .) WILLIAM ( In a peculiar manner — as though in a half dream — but not shutting his eyes. As though controlled by Peter ).

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON ( Very low, as though afraid to interrupt Williams train of thought ).

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

PETER.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

PETER.

Contains 6 words in 4 sentences using 36 chars .

CATHERINE ( In a low voice ).

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 167 chars .

PETER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

CATHERINE and MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Together ).

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 72 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Perplexed ).

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON ( Ignoring her ).

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

PETER.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

WILLIAM ( Looking uneasily over his shoulder ).

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

WILLIAM ( Looking towards the door ).

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 97 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

PETER.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

WILLIAM ( Rising quickly ).

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

PETER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

PETER.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

WILLIAM ( Not understanding the last word — puzzled ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

PETER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

WILLIAM ( After a slight pause ).

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

PETER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

WILLIAM ( Looks at Catherine — hesitating ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

( Stops. Catherine gives the Doctor a quick glance — she seems to divine the message .) DR. MACPHERSON ( Prompting ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

PETER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

( Points towards Peter. All instinctively look towards the spot to which William points, but they see no one .) PETER ( Speaking slowly to the boy ).

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

PETER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

WILLIAM ( Trembling ).

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 81 chars .

CATHERINE ( With suppressed excitement — half to herself ).

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CATHERINE ( On her knees before William ).

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

CATHERINE ( In a low voice ).

Contains 36 words in 7 sentences using 199 chars .

PETER.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars .

WILLIAM ( Frightened ).

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars .

( He looks over his shoulder and Catherine goes towards the door .) DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

PETER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

( Catherine opens the door suddenly. Frederik is standing, listening. He is taken unawares and for a few seconds he does not move — then he recovers .) WILLIAM.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 137 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

WILLIAM.

Contains 25 words in 6 sentences using 120 chars .

( Goes upstairs .) PETER ( Calling after William ).

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

( William goes to his room .) CATHERINE ( After a slight pause — simply ).

Contains 64 words in 9 sentences using 301 chars .

FREDERIK.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 42 words in 4 sentences using 180 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON ( Who has been in thought — now looking up ).

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

FREDERIK ( Not surprised — glancing towards the spot where Peter stood when he thought he saw him ).

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Incredulously ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

CATHERINE.

Contains 48 words in 2 sentences using 224 chars .

PETER ( Gently — smilingly — relieved ).

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars .

CURTAIN

ACT III

The third act takes place at twenty minutes to twelve on the same night .

The fire is out. The table on which Peter took his coffee in the first act is now being used by the Doctor for William's medicines, two bottles, two glasses, two teaspoons, a clinical thermometer, &c. William, who has been questioned by the Doctor, is now asleep upstairs. Peter's hat hangs on the peg in the shadow. Although the hour is late, no one has thought of going to bed. Frederik is waiting at the hotel for the lawyer whom Hicks was to send to arrange for the sale of Peter Grimm's nurseries, but he has not arrived. The Doctor, full of his theories, is seated before the fire, writing the account of Peter Grimm's return, for the American Branch of the "London Society for Psychical Research." It is now a fine, clear night. The clouds are almost silvery and a hint of the moon is showing .

DR. MACPHERSON ( Reading what he has written ).

Contains 99 words in 8 sentences using 602 chars .

A VOICE ( Outside ).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

Contains 56 words in 4 sentences using 296 chars .

MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Enters — evidently highly wrought up by the events of the evening ).

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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( Goes on reading .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

Contains 78 words in 6 sentences using 411 chars .

DR. MACPHERSON.

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MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Rising — annoyed ).

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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( The Rev. Mr. Batholommey has entered with his hat in his hand .) REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

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DR. MACPHERSON ( At the 'phone ).

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( Seats himself at the table .) REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY ( Dubiously ).

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY ( Looks perplexed ).

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MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

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REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

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MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Sweeping on ).

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REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

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MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

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REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY ( Tolerantly ).

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( Mrs. Batholommey follows him in the hall .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY.

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REV. MR. BATHOLOMMEY.

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( He pats her cheek, kisses her good-night and goes .) MRS. BATHOLOMMEY ( Who has gone to the door of her room — giving Dr. MacPherson a parting shot ).

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DR. MACPHERSON ( Looking up ).

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( Frederik Grimm enters .) FREDERIK.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK.

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DR. MACPHERSON ( Amazed ).

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FREDERIK.

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DR. MACPHERSON ( Studying Frederik ).

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FREDERIK.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK ( Puzzled — awed — his voice almost dropping to a whisper ).

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK ( Angrily ).

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK ( Sits — answers dully, mechanically after a pause ).

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK ( Quietly, as before ).

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK.

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK ( Showing feeling ).

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK ( Rising ).

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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FREDERIK ( Taking a little packet of letters from the desk ).

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DR. MACPHERSON.

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( Goes up the stairs to William's room, taking the lamp with him. James has entered, and, taking Catherine's hand, holds it for a moment .) JAMES.

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( She turns and lays her hand on his shoulder .) CATHERINE.

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JAMES.

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CATHERINE.

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JAMES.

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PETER ( Knowing that James is demanding a kiss ).

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( He walks to the peg on which his hat hangs, and takes it down. His work is done. Catherine re-enters, darting into the hall in girlish confusion .) JAMES' HAPPY VOICE ( Outside ).

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CATHERINE ( Calling to him through the crack in the door ).

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PETER.

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( Catherine rises and, going to the desk, buries her face in the bunch of flowers placed there in memory of Peter .) CATHERINE.

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( Marta enters — pausing to hear if all is quiet in William's room. Catherine, lifting her face, sees Marta and rapturously hugs her, to Marta's amazement — then goes up the stairs .) PETER ( Whose eyes never leave Catherine ).

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DR. MACPHERSON ( Re-appears, carrying William, now wrapped up in an old-fashioned Dutch patchwork quilt. The Doctor has a lamp in his free hand ).

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WILLIAM.

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DR. MACPHERSON ( Placing the lamp on the little table right, and laying William on the couch ).

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( Goes into the dining-room, leaving the door open .) PETER ( Calling after the Doctor ).

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WILLIAM ( Quickly rising on the couch, looks towards the peg on which Peter Grimm's hat hung. Calling ).

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PETER.

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( There is an impressive pause and silence as they face each other .) WILLIAM.

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PETER.

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WILLIAM.

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PETER.

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WILLIAM.

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( He pulls the covering up and sleeps .) PETER.

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( Instantly, as though the room were peopled with faint images of William's dream, the phantom circus music is heard, with its elfin horns; and, through the music, voices call "Hai! Hai!" The sound of the cracking of a whip is heard, and the blare of a clown's ten-cent tin horn. The phantom voice of the Clown — very faint — calls: ) CLOWN'S VOICE.

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( During the above, the deeper voice of a "Hawker" — muffled and far off — cries: ) HAWKER'S VOICE.

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( Breaking in through the music, and the voices of the Clown and Hawker, the gruff voice of a "Barker" is heard calling: ) BARKER'S VOICE.

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( As these voices die away, the Clown, whose voice indicates that he is now perched on the head of the couch, sings: ) CLOWN'S VOICE.

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( His voice ends abruptly — the music stops. Everything is over. There is silence. Then three clear knocks sound on the door .) PETER.

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( William nods, his face beaming .) WILLIAM.

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PETER.

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( As they turn towards the door .) DR. MACPHERSON ( Re-entering, goes to the couch with the water, and suddenly, setting down the glass, exclaims in a hushed voice: )

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( He half raises up a boy that appears to be William. The light from the lamp on the table falls on the dead face of the child. Then the Doctor gently lays the boy down again on the couch, and sits pondering over the mystery of death .) PETER ( To the Doctor ).

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WILLIAM ( In Peter's arms ).

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( Outside a hazy moonlight shimmers. A few stars twinkle in the far-away sky; and the low moon is seen back of the old windmill .) PETER ( To William ).

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WILLIAM ( Begins to sing, joyously ).

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( Peter dances up a few steps towards the door, singing with William .) PETER and WILLIAM.

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PETER ( Gives one last fond look towards Catherine's room. To William .)

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( Putting the boy over his shoulder, they sing together, as they go up, the phantom circus music accompanying them .)

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PETER ( Alone ).

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WILLIAM and PETER.

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( Peter Grimm has danced off with the child through the faint path of light. As he goes, the wind or an unseen hand closes the door after them. There is a moment's pause until their voices are no longer heard — then the curtain slowly descends. The air of the song is taken up by an unseen orchestra and continues as the audience passes out .)

CURTAIN