In literature the term "outcast" frequently encapsulates the theme of social or moral exile, characterizing figures who are marginalized, shunned, or set apart by society. It is used to underscore not only the physical or cultural segregation of individuals—as seen in ancient narratives where differences in race or faith lead to exclusion [1][2]—but also the inner turmoil of those who feel estranged from their communities, as depicted in the anguished reflections of characters in works by Dickens and Shelley [3][4][5]. Moreover, the term is versatile in its application; while it sometimes connotes degradation or abandonment [6], in other instances it becomes a badge of nobility or independence, celebrated by writers like Mark Twain and Victor Hugo for its association with the romantic rebel or the uniquely resilient spirit [7][8]. This layered usage allows "outcast" to serve as a powerful symbol of isolation and the human struggle for acceptance across diverse literary traditions.