Semiramis, and Other Plays

Name: Semiramis, and Other Plays
Author: Olive Tilford Dargan

By Olive Tilford Dargan

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This set of three short plays stages personal and political conflicts through concentrated scenes and dialogue. The opening drama follows a determined woman who dons armor and assumes leadership when male authorities falter, moving between battlefield, palace, and intimate counsel. A subsequent play probes a woman’s ambitions, relationships, and moral choices amid social pressure. The final piece focuses on an artist’s inner life, tracing creative struggle, devotion, and the costs of poetic vocation. Across the plays, recurring themes include courage, duty, sacrifice, and the tension between public responsibility and private longing.

About the Author

Olive Tilford Dargan

Olive Tilford Dargan was an American author and playwright known for her contributions to early 20th-century literature. Her works often explore themes of nature, identity, and the human experience, reflecting her deep appreciation for the natural world. Among her notable titles is "Highland Annals," which showcases her poetic sensibility and connection to the landscape. Dargan's plays, such as "Lords and Lovers, and Other Dramas," reveal her talent for dramatic storytelling and character development. Throughout her career, she produced a diverse body of work, including poetry and essays, that continues to resonate with readers interested in American literary heritage.