Publisher's Synopsis
Tara, The Suttee: An Indian Drama In Five Acts is a play written by Charles J. C. Davidson in 1851. The story is set in India and explores the controversial practice of Sati, also known as Suttee, where a widow immolates herself on her husband's funeral pyre. The play revolves around the character of Tara, a young widow who is forced to undergo Sati by her mother-in-law and the societal pressure of upholding tradition. The play also portrays the conflict between traditional Indian values and the emerging British influence in India. The five acts of the play depict Tara's struggle with her decision to undergo Sati and the impact it has on those around her. The play is a commentary on the oppressive nature of tradition and the need for social reform. Overall, Tara, The Suttee is a thought-provoking play that sheds light on a controversial practice that was prevalent in India during the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
