In this powerful melodrama, Douglas William Jerrold tells the story of a man struggling with alcoholism and the impact it has on his relationships and his life. Set in the early 19th century, this play examines the social and emotional implications of addiction. Anyone interested in classic theatre, social issues, or addiction will be moved by Jerrold's compelling characters and timeless themes. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.