Jesse Lynch Williams
Jesse Lynch Williams was an American author and dramatist. He won the first Pulitzer Prize for Drama for his play Why Marry? (1917). He was a journalist for three New York publications and co-founded the Princeton Alumni Weekly and the Princeton Triangle Club.
Why Marry?
Amidst witty banter and societal expectations, a group of characters hilariously question whether love truly needs a marriage license.
By Jesse Lynch Williams
The Adventures of a Freshman
A determined young man braves the ridicule of his peers as he chases an education and discovers his place in a challenging new world.
By Jesse Lynch Williams
Princeton Stories
Dive into a world of youthful antics and spirited competitions, where a gentle giant rises to the occasion and redefines what it means to belong.
By Jesse Lynch Williams
New York Sketches
Experience a journey through old New York, where bustling ports meet quiet corners and the city's vibrant life unfolds in a series of snapshots.
By Jesse Lynch Williams