Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911: In Mizzoura

** "In Mizzoura" by Augustus Thomas is a four-act play that shines a light on late 19th-century American life through the story of Jim Radburn, a sheriff caught between his duty and his heart. The play depicts Jim's pursuit of Kate and his political goals, all set against the backdrop of a small Missouri community facing an express robbery, community tensions, and personal ambitions of the Vernon household as Kate, Lizbeth, and Mrs. Vernon navigate their lives. The narrative explores themes of loyalty and responsibility, as the characters face choices that test their relationships, and the play reveals the everyday struggles of the community through elements of romance and drama. **