Henry van Cleve dies and arrives at the entrance to Hell, a fate he believes he deserves after a life of excess. But the devil doubts Henry satisfies Hell's requirements. Henry narrates his life's events, both good and terrible, including an indiscretion during his 25-year marriage to Martha, hoping "His Excellency" will make the appropriate judgment.
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Henry van Cleve dies and arrives at the entrance to Hell, a fate he believes he deserves after a life of excess. But the devil doubts Henry satisfies Hell's requirements. Henry narrates his life's events, both good and terrible, including an indiscretion during his 25-year marriage to Martha, hoping "His Excellency" will make the appropriate judgment.
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