The Strength of the Weak (1916)

Soon after Pauline D'Arcy, an untutored country girl from the Northwest, is left destitute by the death of her father, she falls in love with a middle-aged married man, John Adams, whose alias is Abbott. Although never intending to marry her, Abbott promises to send Pauline to college. During her studies, she falls in love with her lover's son Richard, while at the same time establishing a literary career. She anonymously publishes a novel based on her experiences and it becomes a best seller.

Cast (5)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

Mary Fuller

Pauline D'Arcy

Edwards Davis

John Adams, aka Abbott

Harry Hilliard

Richard Adams

Curtis Benton

Tom Dare

C

Clara Beyers

Clara La Joie

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