Lord Loam is a character from the play "The Admirable Crichton" written by J.M. Barrie. He is portrayed as a wealthy and progressive nobleman who believes in the importance of social reform and equality. His views often clash with traditional values, leading to humorous situations throughout the story. In the play, Lord Loam's idealism is tested when he and his family become stranded on a deserted island. His attempts to implement his progressive ideas in this new environment reveal the challenges of his beliefs, highlighting the contrast between theory and practice in real-life situations.