"The Garotters" by William Dean Howells is a short, humorous play. At its core is the protagonist Mr. Roberts who arrives home ready to share a tale of horror, tragedy, and, in the end, a great triumph. A despicable and skilled thief stole his prized watch, but he finds the bravery to go after the criminal, unyielding in his efforts until he's successfully pursued the criminal and retrieved his precious possession.
