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Set in the Middle Ages, this children’s play presents the tale of knight Oblong, whose moral compass sets him apart from his fellow warriors. Eager to end the suffering of the peasant gentry, he is sent to the Bolligrew Islands to confront the corrupt Baron Bolligrew.
Bolstering a theme of good versus evil, the stage play depicts Oblong’s determination and eventual triumph over the tyrant. As the Baron departs to chase dragons in the North, Oblong inherits the realm and assumes a just reign.
The drama blends elements of chivalry, social justice, and medieval adventure, inviting young audiences to witness a courageous hero’s victory over oppression.
First publish date: 1966
Genre: Drama & Plays/Drama
Authors: Bolt, Robert.
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