The Plutocrat: A Drama in Five Acts (1892)

The Plutocrat: A Drama In Five Acts is a play written by Otto Frederick Schupphaus and first published in 1892. The play revolves around the character of John B. Storm, a wealthy businessman who has made his fortune through ruthless tactics and the exploitation of his workers. As the story unfolds, Storm's past begins to catch up with him, and he is forced to confront the consequences of his actions.The play is set in New York City during the late 19th century, a time of great wealth and inequality. Through the character of Storm, Schupphaus explores the themes of greed, power, and corruption, and the ways in which they can corrupt even the most seemingly virtuous individuals.The Plutocrat: A Drama In Five Acts is a powerful and thought-provoking work that continues to resonate with readers today. Its themes and insights into the human condition make it a timeless classic of American literature.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.