The Wolves and the Lamb
1861
The Wolves and the Lamb is a drama by William Makepeace Thackeray, first published in 1861. The play centers on Mr. Horace Milliken, a wealthy widower, as he navigates the complexities of family dynamics and societal expectations within his household. Key themes include social hierarchy, familial loyalty, and the quest for personal happiness amidst societal constraints. The interactions between Milliken, his mother-in-law Lady Kicklebury, and the household staff reveal the tensions of 19th-century English society.
