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The Saint: A Play in Four Acts
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025503974
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 150
Weight: 0.86
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Saint is a compelling four-act play that explores the intricate intersections of faith, personal identity, and the human condition. Written by the distinguished American critic and playwright Stark Young, this dramatic work delves into the spiritual odyssey of its central characters as they navigate the demanding path toward religious devotion and the search for a higher purpose. Set within a framework that balances intellectual inquiry with emotional depth, the play examines the sacrifices, doubts, and internal conflicts inherent in a life of perceived holiness.
The narrative is structured to highlight the tensions between the sacred and the secular, providing a nuanced look at how individual convictions clash with societal expectations. Young's poetic sensibility and keen understanding of theatrical form are on full display, making The Saint a profound meditation on the nature of sanctity and the complexities of the soul. As a significant piece of early 20th-century American drama, the work offers readers and audiences a timeless exploration of the struggle to find meaning in a modern world. This play remains an essential study for those interested in the evolution of religious themes in American literature and the enduring power of character-driven drama.
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