Within the Gates by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps
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"Within the Gates" by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps is a drama written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around Doctor Esmerald Thorne, a dedicated city physician, and his wife, Helen Thorne. The play delves into themes of love, loss, and the intersection of the spiritual with the earthly, exploring the tensions in their marriage as Esmerald grapples with the demands of his profession and the emotional weight of his responsibilities. At
the start of the drama, we are introduced to Helen, who is anxiously waiting for her husband to return home from a long day filled with patients. There is an undeniable sense of unease as she expresses concern for their sick child, Laddie, while struggling with her role as a doctor's wife. As the scene unfolds, we witness the strained dynamic between Esmerald and Helen, marked by his dismissive attitude towards her worries. Meanwhile, a tragic accident involving Esmerald sets in motion a series of events that influence their lives profoundly, hinting at deep emotional and spiritual conflicts that will be explored throughout the story. The introduction of other characters, such as Mrs. Fayth and the presence of supernatural elements, suggests a broader commentary on life, love, and the nature of existence beyond the physical realm. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Phelps, Elizabeth Stuart, 1844-1911 |
|---|---|
| Title | Within the Gates |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 87.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Married people -- Drama |
| Subject | Physicians -- Drama |
| Subject | Future life -- Drama |
| Subject | Spiritualism -- Drama |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 53794 |
| Release Date | Dec 23, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 343 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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