The Night Thoreau Spent in Jail: A Play
by Robert E. Lee, Jerome Lawrence
A compelling play that brings to life Thoreau's stand against injustice, highlighting the enduring power of individual conscience and peaceful resistance.
About This Book
This play dramatizes key events in the life of Henry David Thoreau, focusing on his night spent in jail for refusing to pay a poll tax.
It examines themes of personal conscience, resistance to unjust laws, and the individual's relationship to government.
The work draws on Thoreau's essay Civil Disobedience and his broader philosophy of nonviolent protest.
Through dialogue and historical context, the play invites reflection on moral responsibility and civic duty.
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