Publisher's Synopsis
The Witching Hour is a dramatic play written by Augustus Thomas that is divided into four acts. The story revolves around a wealthy and successful businessman named Richard Talbot, who is haunted by his past and the mysterious death of his first wife. He marries a second time to a woman named Mary, who is unaware of his troubled past.As the play progresses, it becomes clear that Richard is being tormented by the ghost of his first wife, who appears to him and accuses him of her murder. Mary becomes increasingly concerned for Richard's mental health as he becomes more and more obsessed with the ghostly apparition.The play is set in the late 19th century and explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the supernatural. It features a small cast of characters, including Richard, Mary, and a few other supporting roles.Overall, The Witching Hour is a gripping and suspenseful play that delves into the dark corners of the human psyche and the supernatural realm. It is a classic example of the genre and has been performed numerous times since its original publication in 1907.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.
