First Plays

"First Plays" by A. A. Milne is a set of five plays born from a time of war, revealing the world through humor and thoughtful drama. These works, showcasing a range of stories, mirror the author's own journey and feelings during the early 20th century. Milne starts off by discussing his time as a soldier and how he became a writer during the war. We're then introduced to "Wurzel-Flummery." In this comedy, a politician named Robert Crawshaw learns he must change his name to Wurzel-Flummery to receive an inheritance. This event opens discussions about who we are, how we see ourselves, and how others see us, touching on common ideas found in the collection.