John Patrick’s

The Curious Savage

In the charming yet peculiar setting of a sanatorium, "The Curious Savage" by John Patrick delves into the life of Ethel P. Savage, a newly widowed heiress whose unconventional dream of using her immense fortune for the good of humanity has her conniving stepchildren questioning her sanity. As they plot to lay claim to her wealth by confining her among the sanatorium's eclectic residents—each grappling with their own quirks and benign delusions—Mrs. Savage embarks on a cunning quest to outsmart her greedy offspring. Surrounded by a new-found family of misfits who demonstrate genuine kindness and wisdom beneath their surface eccentricities, she devises a series of clever maneuvers to protect her legacy and champion the cause of compassion over materialism. With its sharp wit, heartfelt moments, and a cast of characters that are as endearingly odd as they are lovably flawed, "The Curious Savage" offers a humorous yet poignant critique of society's notions of sanity and the true value of wealth, making it a timeless comedy that warms the heart and stirs the mind.