If You Touch Them They Vanish

"If You Touch Them They Vanish" by Gouverneur Morris is a dramatic tale of unjust accusation, enduring fidelity, and the redemptive potential of love. It chronicles the story of a Poor Boy, who, following a wrongful imprisonment, grapples with a tarnished past and the daunting task of rebuilding his existence. His anchor is Martha, his resolute caretaker, who steadfastly champions him and endeavors to craft a tranquil haven for him in Joyous Guard. As he tentatively navigates his reawakening emotions, especially those entwined with Miss Jocelyn Grey, he is confronted with the residual scars of trauma and uncertainty surrounding intimacy. The narrative crescendos with profound revelations about the transformative force of love, capable of eclipsing even the most unforgiving circumstances, and culminates in a moment of cathartic resolution as he uncovers the truth about his past and the unwavering devotion of those who surround him.