Gem of the Ocean is a play by August Wilson that is set in 1904 Pittsburgh. The story follows Aunt Ester, a 285-year-old former slave and spiritual healer, and Citizen Barlow, a young man seeking redemption. The play explores themes of history, spirituality, and the search for freedom and justice. Gem of the Ocean offers a profound and mystical exploration of the African American experience and the legacy of slavery.
