Zalmonah. Prologue and four acts. From Book of Mormon history
[Bountiful, UT]: [c1926]. First Edition. 47pp. Duodecimo [18 cm] Orange printed wrappers. Near fine. Illustrated with three plates. Variant wrappers. Item #1191
Book of Mormon drama, that tells the story of a battle between two Jaredite Kings: Omer (son of Shule) and his son, Jared (the usurper). The author writes that the action takes place in "Land of Heth on North American Continent, probably now state of New York."
This play was first performed in Salt Lake in 1911. Surprisingly rare, I can locate eight institutional holdings. Flake/Draper 7388.
“Zalmona, the Book of Mormon play, was given a magnificent production at the Salt Lake theater last, night. The theater was filled to capacity. The performance in every respect was up to the promises made for it. The story is one of true love and devotion and the tale is worked out with a nicety and precision that is admirable. The scenic effects are on a prodigious scale. They are so elaborate, indeed, that of any productions that have ever been seen in Salt Lake have equaled the settings of Zalmona…. Zalmona proved a strong play, presented by a strong company.” - SL Tribune (2/21/1911).
Price: $100.00