Poor Jack: A Play In One Act (1906)

By James Branch Cabell

Book Overview

Poor Jack: A Play in One Act is a theatrical work written by James Branch Cabell and published in 1906. The play is set in the late eighteenth century and follows the story of a young sailor named Jack who is falsely accused of stealing a valuable necklace. The play explores themes of justice, morality, and the corrupt nature of those in positions of power. As Jack faces a trial and possible execution, he must fight to clear his name and prove his innocence. The play is a commentary on the flaws within the legal system and the societal prejudices that often lead to innocent people being wrongly accused and punished. Cabell's writing is characterized by his use of humor, irony, and satire to critique the social norms and institutions of his time. Overall, Poor Jack is a thought-provoking and engaging work that offers insight into the human condition and the complexities of justice.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: 116392587X
• ISBN13: 9781163925874
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"