Question

in what way is the play, "The Dear Departed" satirical? Comment on the nature of its characters

Answer 1

The lesson 'Dear Departed' reflects

the family values that are dwindling fast in the society. It also teaches us the lesson that we must not allow materialism to taint family and filial love. Materialism has so

much affected the modern man's life so much that even the respectful 

relationship between father and daughters has become tainted with it. The

lesson highlights this aspect of the tainted relationship with unmatched

craftsmanship by weaving a wonderful events. The poetic justice at the end is

the real mastery of the playwright. Abel's vengeful  response to the

selfish daughters leaves them stupefied and stunned. They are left penitent and

remorseful for their meanness