Publisher's Synopsis
A Blot in the Scutcheon is a play written by Robert Browning, an English poet and playwright. The play is set in 17th century England and revolves around the story of a noble family, the Mertons. The main character, Lord Mertons, is a proud and honorable man who is deeply in love with his cousin, Mildred Tresham. However, their love is forbidden due to the social norms of the time, and they are forced to keep their relationship a secret.The play takes a tragic turn when Mildred's reputation is tarnished by a false accusation of infidelity. Lord Mertons, who is unaware of the truth, believes the accusation and confronts Mildred, leading to a series of events that ultimately result in her death.A Blot in the Scutcheon explores themes of love, honor, and betrayal, and raises questions about the consequences of societal expectations and the importance of truth and forgiveness. The play is known for its dramatic intensity and poetic language, and is considered one of Browning's most powerful works.Oh, Mildred, have I met your brother's face? Compelled myself--if not to speak untruth, Yet to disguise, to shun, to put aside The truth, as--what had e'er prevailed on me Save you to venture? Have I gained at last Your brother, the one scarer of your dreams.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.
