The Smithy: A Drama (1905)

The Smithy: A Drama is a play written by Robert South and first published in 1905. The play is set in a small village in England and follows the story of a blacksmith named John, who is struggling to make ends meet. John is a hardworking man who takes pride in his work, but he is constantly facing financial difficulties. His wife, Mary, is pregnant and they are struggling to make ends meet.The play explores themes of poverty, class struggle, and the importance of community. It also touches on issues of gender roles and the challenges faced by women in a patriarchal society. As the play unfolds, John and Mary are forced to confront their own limitations and the harsh realities of their situation.The Smithy: A Drama is a powerful and moving play that offers a poignant portrayal of life in rural England at the turn of the 20th century. It is a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers and audiences 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.