Nathan Hale

Nathan Hale: A Play in Four Acts is a historical drama written by Clyde Fitch and first published in 1905. The play is based on the life of Nathan Hale, an American soldier who famously said, ""I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country"" before being hanged as a spy by the British during the American Revolution.The play is divided into four acts, each depicting a different stage in Hale's life. Act One shows Hale as a young man, studying at Yale University and falling in love with a woman named Alice Adams. Act Two follows Hale as he becomes a schoolteacher and struggles with the decision to join the Continental Army. Act Three shows Hale as a soldier, spying on the British and ultimately being captured and sentenced to death. Act Four depicts Hale's final moments, as he faces his execution with bravery and dignity.Throughout the play, Fitch explores themes of patriotism, sacrifice, and the cost of war. The character of Nathan Hale is portrayed as a hero who is willing to give his life for his country, even though he knows the consequences of his actions. The play also touches on the personal relationships in Hale's life, including his love for Alice and his conflicted feelings about his decision to join the army.Nathan Hale: A Play in Four Acts was a popular and critically acclaimed work in its time, and has been adapted for the stage and screen numerous times. It remains a classic example of historical drama and a tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of one of America's most famous soldiers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.