Branded, or, The Daughters of a Convict

In "Branded, or, The Daughters of a Convict," Gerald Biss explores the intersection of crime, stigma, and the complexities of familial bonds in a Victorian context. The narrative unfolds through the harrowing experiences of three sisters whose lives are indelibly marked by their father's imprisonment, illustrating the damaging impact of stigmata on personal identity and societal perception. Biss e...