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The Goddess of Reason: A Drama in Five Acts

1907

Mary Johnston

The Goddess of Reason: A Drama in Five Acts

The Goddess of Reason: A Drama in Five Acts

Mary Johnston

1907

French Literature, Plays/Films/Dramas

The Goddess of Reason: A Drama in Five Acts, written by Mary Johnston and first published in 1907, is a historical play set during the French Revolution (1789-1799). The narrative follows René-Amaury de Vardes, a newly appointed baron, as he navigates the tensions between his noble heritage and the revolutionary sentiments of his peasant subjects, particularly focusing on Yvette, a peasant girl embodying the struggles of the oppressed. The play explores themes of class struggle, loyalty, and the complexities of power dynamics in a society on the brink of upheaval.

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