Mary Jane's Pa: A Play In Three Acts

By Edith Ellis

Book Overview

Mary Jane's Pa is a play in three acts written by Edith Ellis. The story is set in a small town in the early 1900s and follows the life of Mary Jane, a young girl who lives with her father, Pa, and her grandmother. The play explores the themes of family, love, and the struggles of rural life during that time period.The play begins with Mary Jane's Pa struggling to make ends meet on their farm. He is a hardworking man who is determined to provide for his family despite the challenges he faces. Mary Jane is a bright and curious young girl who is eager to help her father in any way she can.As the story progresses, Mary Jane's Pa faces a series of setbacks, including a drought and a financial crisis. Despite these challenges, he remains optimistic and determined to provide for his family. Along the way, Mary Jane learns important lessons about hard work, perseverance, and the importance of family.The play is filled with memorable characters, including Mary Jane's grandmother, who provides a source of wisdom and support for the family. There are also several humorous moments throughout the play, which help to lighten the mood and add to the overall charm of the story.Overall, Mary Jane's Pa is a heartwarming play that celebrates the strength and resilience of rural families during a difficult time in American history. It is a timeless story that will resonate with readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163711527
• ISBN13: 9781163711521
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 186 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"