02448cam a22003373u 4500 53794 UtSlPG 20260610134235.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Phelps, Elizabeth Stuart, 1844-1911 Within the Gates Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-12-23 Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) "Within the Gates" by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps is a drama written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around Doctor Esmerald Thorne, a dedicated city physician, and his wife, Helen Thorne. The play delves into themes of love, loss, and the intersection of the spiritual with the earthly, exploring the tensions in their marriage as Esmerald grapples with the demands of his profession and the emotional weight of his responsibilities. At the start of the drama, we are introduced to Helen, who is anxiously waiting for her husband to return home from a long day filled with patients. There is an undeniable sense of unease as she expresses concern for their sick child, Laddie, while struggling with her role as a doctor's wife. As the scene unfolds, we witness the strained dynamic between Esmerald and Helen, marked by his dismissive attitude towards her worries. Meanwhile, a tragic accident involving Esmerald sets in motion a series of events that influence their lives profoundly, hinting at deep emotional and spiritual conflicts that will be explored throughout the story. The introduction of other characters, such as Mrs. Fayth and the presence of supernatural elements, suggests a broader commentary on life, love, and the nature of existence beyond the physical realm. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Married people -- Drama Physicians -- Drama Future life -- Drama Spiritualism -- Drama https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53794 94628 94628