Waltheof: A Tragedy, In Five Acts (1851)

by Thomas James Serle

Book Overview

Waltheof: A Tragedy, In Five Acts is a play written by Thomas James Serle and first published in 1851. The play tells the tragic story of Waltheof, a 11th century Anglo-Saxon earl of Northumbria, who was betrayed by his own wife and executed by William the Conqueror for leading a rebellion against him. The play is set in England during the Norman Conquest and explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, power, and love. The five acts of the play follow Waltheof's rise to power, his marriage to Judith, his participation in the rebellion, his capture and trial, and his final moments before his execution. The play features a cast of historical figures, including William the Conqueror, Queen Matilda, and other members of the Norman court. Serle's play is a powerful and emotional portrayal of the tragic fate of a nobleman caught in the midst of political turmoil and personal tragedy.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: 1437362494
• ISBN13: 9781437362497
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"