A Theatrophonic Throe single work   short story   romance  
Issue Details: First known date: 1893... 1893 A Theatrophonic Throe
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London satirical romance between an Oxford graduate turned journalist and Greek theatre writer, and a charming young actress. His egotism and mistrust cause the rupture of their engagement when he mistakes a burlesque mimic for her on a 'theatrophone' at his club. Humour; includes terrible imitation of Greek verse and burlesque lyrics. (PB)

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  • From "Queer Stories" in London Truth. published by Special Arrangement with the Proprietor. (PB)

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    y separately published work icon The Australian Journal vol. 29 no. 340 September 1893 Z1040566 1893 periodical issue 1893 pg. 23-25
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