IN these little plays I have tried to bring before the public the two dominant characteristics of the ideal Christmas season, kindness, expressed by "good will toward men," and the inward joy wrought by kind acts, and suggested by "peace on earth." As Yuletide draws near we like to think of the swell of Christmas feeling, kindness, peace and good will, that rises like a mighty tide over the world, filling it with the fresh, clean joys and generous impulses that produce the peace that passe...

In "The White Christmas and Other Merry Christmas Plays," Walter Ben Hare crafts a delightful collection of theatrical gems that capture the essence of the holiday spirit. Blending humor, sentimentality, and relatable characters, Hare's works offer a rich tapestry of narratives that explore familial bonds, the joy of giving, and the magic of Christmas. His literary style is accessible yet profound, steeped in the charm of early 20th-century dialogue and stagecraft, reflecting the era's cul...

This little comedy of society life has to do with the match-making proclivities of Mrs. Seltoon. Having arranged satisfactory matches for her two daughters, Mrs. Seltoon turns her attention to her niece, Gail Laurence, a girl just graduated from college. Mrs. Seltoon decides that the cousin of one of her daughters' fiances would make the perfect match for Gail. This cousin turns out to be a moving picture idol, who isn’t terribly fond of women, and who mistakes the new maid for Gail. In a ...

Dive into the mystical world of "The Hoodoo" by Walter Ben Hare, where enchantment and intrigue intertwine in a spellbinding tale. Set in the heart of Louisiana's bayou country, this audiobook follows the journey of young Marie Laveau, a descendant of a long line of powerful voodoo practitioners. When a series of inexplicable events plague her community, Marie is thrust into a dangerous quest to unravel the secrets of her ancestors and confront a dark force threatening to destroy everythin...

Ye lords and ladies who have gathered here to see our little comedy of cheer, I bid you welcome to the Sunshine play, And hope 'twill drive your troubles all away. This delightful comedy is sure to brighten your day as we join an amusing group of characters while they recover from various ailments at the Sunshine Sanitarium.

Subtitled "An American Drama in Three Acts. A Play with a Punch." "A comedy drama of American life depicting the joys and sorrows, the heartaches and struggles and temptations of a small group of government employees working in a post office in a small city in the middle west. There is the stern inspector, the officious postmaster, the busybody mail clerk, the ambitious young clerk..., the kind hearted old man who carries the rural route, the raw recruit and the noble hearted, plucky littl...