"Hobon's Choice: A Lancashire Comedy in Four Acts"by Harold Brighouse is a captivating play set in Salford, Lancashire, in 1880. The story follows Maggie, the eldest daughter of the Hobson family, as she defies societal norms by choosing to marry the bootmaker, Willie Mossop. Themes of family dynamics, social class, independence, and the evolving role of women are intricately woven into the narrative. Through humor, drama, and social commentary, the play explores the clash between tradition and modernity, highlighting the complexities of relationships and personal growth in a working-class environment.