Branded, or, The Daughters of a Convict

In "Branded, or, The Daughters of a Convict," Gerald Biss crafts a poignant exploration of societal stigma and familial legacy against the backdrop of 19th-century penal reform. Set in Australia, the narrative unfolds through the eyes of the convict's daughters, entwining personal struggles with larger social issues such as class, morality, and identity. Biss employs a rich, evocative prose style ...