Mrs. Dane’s Defense: A Play in Four Acts (1905)

Mrs. Dane's Defense is a play written by Henry Arthur Jones, first published in 1905. The play is set in London and follows the story of Mrs. Dane, a woman accused of murdering her husband. The play is divided into four acts and explores the themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal. Mrs. Dane is a wealthy widow and is accused of killing her husband, who was a cruel and abusive man. She is put on trial and her defense lawyer, James Meredith, tries to prove her innocence. However, as the trial proceeds, it becomes clear that Mrs. Dane had a motive for killing her husband, and the evidence against her starts to pile up. As the trial progresses, Mrs. Dane's past is revealed, including her relationship with her husband and her affair with another man. The play also explores the social and moral values of the time, particularly the role of women in society and the double standards that existed for men and women. Mrs. Dane's Defense is a gripping drama that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. It is a powerful exploration of human nature and the lengths people will go to protect themselves and those they love. The play has been adapted for film and television and remains a classic example of English drama.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.