Two Mothers by John G. Neihardt
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"Two Mothers" by John G. Neihardt is a play written in the early 20th century, specifically during the early 1920s. This dramatic work explores profound themes of motherhood, loss, and moral conflict, weaving together the lives of its characters in a poignant narrative. The story centers around the contrasting motivations of two mothers as they grapple with extraordinary circumstances and their relationships with their children. The play unfolds primarily through the story
of a girl who dreams of a prince and a weary traveler who visits her family, leading to a chain of events that forces her mother to confront her past and desire for wealth. The tension heightens when the mother considers the moral implications of acquiring money through nefarious means as she wrestles with her grief over her deceased son. Another storyline interlaces with the first, featuring Agrippina, the mother of Nero, who reflects on her son's rise to power amidst the treachery of the Roman court. Both narratives emphasize the sacrifices mothers make for their children, the darker sides of human nature, and the overarching impact of love and loss, culminating in tragic realizations. As each mother navigates her path, they reveal the intricate interplay between love, ambition, and the consequences of their choices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Neihardt, John G., 1881-1973 |
|---|---|
| Title | Two Mothers |
| Contents | Eight hundred rubles -- Agrippina. |
| Credits |
Produced by Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 85.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American drama -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 53642 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 361 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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