Earl Harold: A Tragedy, In Five Acts (1837)

by James Fraser Publisher

Book Overview

Earl Harold: A Tragedy, In Five Acts (1837) is a play written by James Fraser Publisher. The play is set in medieval England and follows the story of Earl Harold, a powerful and ambitious nobleman who desires to become king. However, his quest for power leads him down a path of destruction, as he betrays and kills those closest to him in order to achieve his goals. The play explores themes of ambition, betrayal, and the corrupting influence of power. The characters are complex and well-developed, with Earl Harold being portrayed as a tragic figure who ultimately meets a gruesome end. The play is written in iambic pentameter and features poetic language and dramatic dialogue. Overall, Earl Harold: A Tragedy, In Five Acts is a compelling and thought-provoking play that offers a stark warning about the dangers of unchecked ambition.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166021440
• ISBN13: 9781166021443
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"