The Mortal Gods, and Other Plays

Name: The Mortal Gods, and Other Plays
Author: Olive Tilford Dargan

By Olive Tilford Dargan

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A short collection of stage plays that dramatize clashes between rulers, ministers, and insurgent forces as economic ambition and political power collide. The central four-act drama stages palace intrigue, disputed infrastructure and resource deals, and the rise of rebellion, while other pieces shift between intimate moral dilemmas and broader social unrest. Together the plays probe corruption, mercy, and the human cost of modernization, contrasting official rhetoric with popular resistance and depicting how private conscience and public policy entangle across varying dramatic forms and scenes.

About the Author

Olive Tilford Dargan

Olive Tilford Dargan was an American author and playwright known for her contributions to early 20th-century literature. Her works often explore themes of nature, identity, and the human experience, reflecting her deep appreciation for the natural world. Among her notable titles is "Highland Annals," which showcases her poetic sensibility and connection to the landscape. Dargan's plays, such as "Lords and Lovers, and Other Dramas," reveal her talent for dramatic storytelling and character development. Throughout her career, she produced a diverse body of work, including poetry and essays, that continues to resonate with readers interested in American literary heritage.