The Third Degree - Charles Klein - Bog

""The Third Degree"" is a play written by Charles Klein and first performed in 1909. The play tells the story of a wealthy young man named Dick Livingston who is accused of murdering a young woman. The police detective in charge of the case, Detective Jim Dunn, is convinced of Dick's guilt and uses brutal interrogation tactics to extract a confession from him. However, as the play progresses, it becomes clear that Detective Dunn's methods are unethical and unjust. The play explores themes of police brutality, corruption, and the importance of due process in the criminal justice system. It is a powerful commentary on the dangers of unchecked power and the need for accountability in law enforcement. ""The Third Degree"" is a classic of American theater and remains relevant today as a reminder of the importance of protecting civil liberties and ensuring justice for all.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.