Masks, with Jim's beast, Tides, Among the lions, The reason, The house one act plays of contemporary life

"Masks" by George Middleton is a compilation of single-act plays capturing modern life from the early 1900s. The first play, also titled "Masks," introduces Grant Williams, a playwright facing a moral dilemma, exploring the tension between his artistic dreams and his home life. Set against the backdrop of their simple New York City apartment, the story quickly moves to the celebration of Grant's play, "The Sand Bar", the characters soon uncover complex questions about identity and explores themes of art and relationships, showcasing a narrative style through character interactions designed to reveal truths about society.