Old New York: Or Democracy In 1689, A Tragedy In Five Acts (1853) is a historical play written by Elizabeth Oakes Prince Smith. The play is set in New York City during the year 1689, a time when the city was still under British rule. The story revolves around the conflict between the wealthy aristocrats and the common people who are fighting for their rights and freedom. The play portrays the struggle of the people against the oppressive rule of the British government and their fight for democracy.The main characters in the play are a group of common people who are fighting against the wealthy aristocrats and the British government. The play also features several historical figures such as Governor Dongan, who was the governor of New York during that time, and Jacob Leisler, a Dutch merchant who led a rebellion against the British government.The play is divided into five acts, each of which explores different aspects of the struggle for democracy in New York City. The first act sets the scene and introduces the characters, while the second act focuses on the conflict between the common people and the aristocrats. The third act portrays the rebellion led by Jacob Leisler, while the fourth act shows the aftermath of the rebellion and the consequences of the struggle for democracy. The final act brings the play to a dramatic conclusion, with the fate of the characters hanging in the balance.Old New York: Or Democracy In 1689, A Tragedy In Five Acts is a powerful portrayal of the struggle for democracy in early America. The play is a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought for freedom and democracy, and it serves as an inspiration to those who continue to fight for these values today.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.