Doubt by John Patrick Shanley
A Parable
"Doubt: A Parable" is a gripping play set in a 1960s Bronx Catholic school, where the principal, Sister Aloysius, suspects the charismatic Father Flynn of improper relations with a student. As she seeks the truth, her convictions are challenged by the uncertainties and moral complexities of the situation. The play explores the nature of belief, the struggle for certainty in a world of ambiguity, and the consequences of acting on convictions in the absence of proof. Through its intense dialogue and powerful character dynamics, the narrative examines the fine line between righteousness and self-deception, leaving audiences to grapple with their interpretations of guilt and innocence.
The 14165th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2004
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 58
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 26th on 50 Greatest Plays of The Past 100 Years (1913–2013) (Entertainment Weekly)
- 37th on The 101 GREATEST PLAYS of the Past 100 Years (1920-2020) (Broadway World)
- 5788th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)