Second From Last In The Sack Race
by Michael Birch from David Nobbs
What readers are saying
Readers love the mix of humor and depth in the narrative, highlighting its ability to evoke empathy and laughter simultaneously. Many appreciate the vivid portrayal of characters and the historical backdrop of Yorkshire during the Second World War. However, a few note that the Kindle edition suffers from formatting issues and typos, which detracts from the overall experience.
Synopsis
This play traces the ups and downs in the life of Henry Pratt.
Born in 1935, Henry's childhood is disrupted first by war, then by the death of his mother and father.
Henry is packed off to prep school and then public school and then lives with grown-up cousin Hilda.
The play ends in 1953, as he begins his National Service.
David Nobbs is well known as a TV writer of quality and this play was screened under the title The Life and Times of Henry Pratt
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Second From Last In The Sack Race is a British play written by Michael Birch from David Nobbs and published by Samuel French in London (1992).
Digital editions available on Amazon Kindle.
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Samuel French · 1992 · 70 pp
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