One Day More: A Play in One Act
1917
One Day More: A Play in One Act, written by Joseph Conrad and first published in 1917, is a dramatic exploration of familial relationships set in a small sea port. The play centers on Captain Hagberd, who anxiously awaits the return of his estranged son, Harry, revealing themes of hope, social isolation, and the emotional toll of anticipation. As misunderstandings unfold between Hagberd and Bessie Carvil, who cares for her blind father, the narrative delves into the complexities of yearning and madness, culminating in a poignant realization about the nature of hope and responsibility.
