The Little Country Theater

The Little Country Theater, published in 1922 by Alfred G. Arvold, explores the significance of community theater in rural North Dakota. The novel follows two young men, one Icelandic and one American, as they come together to create a play titled 'The Raindrops,' which symbolizes cultural connections and self-discovery. Arvold advocates for the transformative power of theater, arguing that it reveals the inner life of country communities and addresses the challenges of rural existence, making a case for the importance of self-expression in enhancing farm life.