Publisher's Synopsis
The Hand of the Potter: A Tragedy in Four Acts is a play written by Theodore Dreiser. The story revolves around the life of a potter named David Schaffner, who is a talented artist but struggles to make a living. He is married to his childhood sweetheart, Jennie, who is unhappy with their financial situation and constantly urges David to find a more stable job. David's life takes a turn when he meets a wealthy patron, Mrs. Gerhardt, who is impressed by his work and offers to support him financially. David becomes infatuated with Mrs. Gerhardt and begins to neglect his wife and family. Meanwhile, Jennie becomes increasingly frustrated with David's behavior and seeks comfort in the arms of another man. The play explores themes of love, ambition, and the pursuit of success. It also delves into the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of our actions. The Hand of the Potter is a tragic tale of a man's downfall and the impact it has on those around him.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.
