Daughter of Silence
by Morris L West
What readers are saying
Readers have mixed feelings about the play, with some appreciating the complexity of the legal case and the intriguing historical context, while others find the characters unlikable and the plot drawn out. Many praise the author's writing style, but common critiques highlight the overly verbose language and underdeveloped character relationships. Overall, it appears that the play is engaging yet flawed, leading to a divided reception among audiences.
Synopsis
A young girl has shot the mayor of a small Italian town.
Against the advice of his father in law, a young lawyer whose marriage is on the rocks undertakes the girl's defense.
As a child, the girl witnessed her mother's murder by the mayor who was a partisan underground leader.
She has avenged that murder, and now she becomes the accused.
The moral problems mount and the play has a shattering conclusion.
Press Reviews
"An absorbing courtroom drama, a distinguished play."
— New York Daily News
Characters
| Character |
|---|
Sergeant Manzoni |
Carrese |
Fra Bonifacio |
Anna Albertini |
Maria Rosati |
Valeria |
Louisa |
Antonio |
Carlo |
Ascolini |
Francesco |
Deodato |
The Prosecutor |
President Of The Court |
Clerk Of The Court |
Luigi |
Professor Emilio Galuzzi |
Maddalena Barone |
Judges |
Assistant To The Prosecutor |
Assistant To The Defense |
Villagers |
Gianbatista Rosati |
Publication
Daughter of Silence is a play written by Morris L West and published by Samuel French.
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