The real Mackay by Donald A. Mackenzie
"The Real Mackay" by Donald A. Mackenzie is a one-act play that paints a vivid picture of life in a Scottish Highlands crofter's cottage. Written during the early 20th century, the play explores themes of love, societal class, and familial bonds. Set against the backdrop of a serene and picturesque environment, it focuses on the interactions between characters as they navigate personal struggles in a tight-knit community. The narrative centers around WidowMackay and her daughter Màiri, who have faced personal losses and must contend with societal expectations. Màiri grapples with her feelings for Sandy Speedwell, a young artist and poet, who comes from a different social class, complicating their relationship. As misunderstandings arise—particularly involving Sandy’s mother—tensions mount until a moment of reconciliation allows the characters to confront their conflicts. The play culminates in a poignant resolution, highlighting the enduring nature of love and forgiveness amidst the constraints of class and social conventions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Mackenzie, Donald A. (Donald Alexander), 1873-1936 |
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| Title | The real Mackay |
| Note | Reprinted from "The Dunedin Magazine" |
| Note | Reading ease score: 86.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Carol Brown, Mairi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (National Library of Scotland) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | One-act plays |
| Subject | English drama -- Scottish authors |
| Subject | Scottish drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75546 |
| Release Date | Mar 6, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 269 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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