Poison: A Farce

Poison: A Farce is a comedic play written by George M. Baker in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Mr. Theophilus Twitters, a retired sugar merchant, who faces a series of humorous complications as he prepares for a journey, including interruptions from his daughter's suitor and a warning letter about poison in his sugar. The play explores themes of misunderstanding and mistaken identity, culminating in a lively resolution filled with comedic twists. Its setting in a suburban villa's breakfast room highlights the domestic hilarities of the era.