The Scarlet Stigma: A Drama in Four Acts

Language: EnglishPublished: January 28, 2010

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Adultery Drama

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Fiction Literature

Authors:

Hawthorne, Nathaniel
1804 - 1864
Smith, James Edgar

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In a society grappling with the weight of public morality and personal transgressions, "The Scarlet Stigma: A Drama in Four Acts" by James Edgar Smith delves into the complexities of shame and redemption. Drawing inspiration from Nathaniel Hawthorne's "The Scarlet Letter," this late 19th-century play intricately explores the lives of its characters as they navigate the societal repercussions of sin. With a focus on themes of isolation and societal judgment, Smith's adaptation invites readers to confront the enduring impacts of stigma and the quest for forgiveness. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians alike, this thought-provoking drama challenges us to reflect on the nature of human frailty and the possibility of redemption amidst societal condemnation.