Publisher's Synopsis
""Adam Bede"" is a play that has been adapted from the novel of the same name by George Eliot. The play was first published in 1901 and was written by Mabel Clare Craft. The story follows the life of Adam Bede, a carpenter who lives in a rural community in England. Adam is in love with a young woman named Hetty Sorrel, but she is in love with another man. When Hetty becomes pregnant by this other man, she is forced to confront the consequences of her actions. Meanwhile, Adam struggles with his own feelings and the challenges of his work and community.The play explores themes of love, morality, and social class in Victorian England. It is a poignant and thought-provoking work that offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people in a bygone era. Craft's adaptation of Eliot's novel is faithful to the original story, and she captures the essence of the characters and their struggles. The play is well-written and engaging, with rich dialogue and vivid descriptions that bring the story to life. Overall, ""Adam Bede"" is a compelling play that offers a fresh perspective on a classic Victorian novel. It is a must-read for fans of George Eliot and anyone interested in the social and cultural history of the era.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.
