{"product_id":"the-west-indian-a-comedy-9789367809419","title":"The West Indian A Comedy","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Richard Cumberland\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Gyan Publishing House\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Gyan Publishing House\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe West Indian (1771) is a comedy by Richard Cumberland that became one of his most successful works, praised for its warm humor and social insight. The play follows Belcour, a spirited young man from the West Indies, as he arrives in England and navigates its social landscape, often clashing with British customs. Through lively characters and engaging scenes, Cumberland addresses themes of cultural misunderstanding, generosity, and morality. Notably, the play breaks stereotypes, depicting Belcour sympathetically despite his outsider status. The West Indian was well-received for its progressive view of colonial characters and remains a hallmark of sentimental comedy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gyan Publishing House","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46195404112023,"sku":"9789367809419","price":123.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9789367809419.webp?v=1769300467","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/the-west-indian-a-comedy-9789367809419","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}