Within the Law: From the Play of Bayard Veiller

Name: Within the Law: From the Play of Bayard Veiller
Author: Marvin Dana

By Marvin Dana

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The narrative follows a young woman who is falsely accused and imprisoned; the experience hardens her and prompts a deliberate course of action that exploits legal boundaries to challenge those who wronged her. After release she constructs lawful enterprises and alliances that blur the line between respectability and retribution, while personal loyalties, romantic entanglements, and class tensions complicate matters. A sequence of schemes, betrayals, and a violent incident culminates in a confession that forces moral reckonings and shifts in fortune, leaving characters to confront consequences within and beyond the legal system.

About the Author

Marvin Dana

Marvin Dana was an American author known for his contributions to early 20th-century literature. He is particularly recognized for his novel "The Shooting of Dan McGrew, A Novel. Based on the Famous Poem of Robert Service," which adapts the famous poem into a narrative format. Dana also wrote "The Lake Mystery," a work that showcases his ability to weave suspenseful tales. Additionally, he adapted Bayard Veiller's play into the novel "Within the Law," further demonstrating his versatility as a writer. His works often reflect the themes and styles of his time, contributing to the literary landscape of his era.