The Lights of Saint John: A Drama in Four Acts by Hermann Südermann is a tragic story of love, betrayal and devotion. The main character, who works as a mason on the railway, is put through great trials because of his feelings for the entrepreneur's slave daughter. In each act, the author masterfully shows the tension between the judgment of society and the inner morality of the characters. Can love overcome all obstacles? Will the mason find his destiny in this difficult world? "Lights of Saint John" fascinates with its depth of emotions and philosophical undertones, leaving the reader under the impression for a long time.