Play Or Pay

""Play Or Pay: A Novelette"" is a short story written by Hawley Smart and first published in 1878. The story follows the protagonist, Frank Merton, a young man who is addicted to gambling and constantly in debt. He is given an ultimatum by his wealthy uncle to either give up his gambling habits or lose his inheritance. Desperate to keep his fortune, Frank tries to quit gambling but finds it difficult to resist the temptation. He meets a woman named Alice, who he falls in love with, but she disapproves of his gambling habits. Frank must decide whether to continue his dangerous addiction or give it up for the sake of his future and the woman he loves. The story explores themes of addiction, love, and the consequences of one's actions. It is a cautionary tale about the dangers of gambling and the importance of making responsible choices. Overall, ""Play Or Pay: A Novelette"" is a compelling and thought-provoking read that will appeal to fans of classic literature and moralistic tales.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.