Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911: In Mizzoura by Thomas
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| Author | Thomas, Augustus, 1857-1934 |
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| Title | Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911: In Mizzoura |
| Note | Reading ease score: 86.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Starner, Leah Moser and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "In Mizzoura" by Augustus Thomas is a play in four acts written during the late 19th century. The work reflects on American life and character, specifically focusing on a sheriff, Jim Radburn, who is woven into a narrative filled with personal conflict, romance, and a hint of drama revolving around an express robbery. The play intricately explores themes of duty, loyalty, and the everyday struggles of the small community in Missouri. The opening of the play sets the stage in a modest home, primarily depicting the family dynamics of the Vernon household, where Mrs. Vernon, Lizbeth, and daughter Kate navigate their daily lives amid the underlying tensions related to Jim Radburn's political aspirations and romantic interests. Jim's character is introduced as he grapples with his affections for Kate and his role in the local political scene, creating a backdrop of interpersonal relationships that intertwine with the community's social fabric. As tensions rise regarding a rival candidate and the mysterious express robbery, the play hints at imminent conflicts and choices that will challenge the characters, primarily focused on their aspirations and desires within the constraints of their environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 12988 |
| Release Date | Jul 22, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 41 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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