Download or read book The Secret Life of Walter Mitty written by James Thurber and published by Samuel French, Inc.. This book was released on 1968 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Musical comedy Based on the story by James Thurber Characters: 5 male, 6 female, and as many extras as desired. Scenery: Various simple sets (or one basic set). On his fortieth birthday Walter Mitty reflects on his drab, ordinary life. Defeated in his quest for wealth and glory by family responsibilities, a mortgage, and a routine job, he creates elaborate fantasies in which he is the hero. His secret world is so enticing that he often loses sight of the boundary between dream and reali