Plays and Lyrics

Published in 1906, 'Plays and Lyrics' by Cale Young Rice is a collection of American poetry and drama. It features the previously unpublished play 'Yolanda of Cyprus,' which explores themes of love, honor, and human emotion against the backdrop of 16th-century Cyprus. The narrative delves into complex character dynamics, focusing on Yolanda's romantic entanglements and the tensions surrounding loyalty and desire. This volume showcases Rice's contributions to early 20th-century American literature.