Charles The First: An Historical Tragedy, In Four Acts (1873) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164601814)

Charles The First: An Historical Tragedy, In Four Acts (1873) is a play written by William Gorman Wills. The play is set during the English Civil War and portrays the tragic downfall of King Charles I. The play is divided into four acts and follows the events leading up to the king's execution. The play explores the complex political and religious tensions of the time, as well as the personal struggles of the characters involved. The main character, Charles I, is portrayed as a flawed but sympathetic figure, struggling to maintain his power and reconcile his beliefs with the demands of his subjects. The play also features a cast of historical figures, including Oliver Cromwell and John Pym, who played key roles in the events leading up to the king's execution. Overall, Charles The First is a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of one of the most tumultuous periods in English history.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.

Author: William Gorman Wills
ISBN-10: 1164601814
ISBN-13: 9781164601814
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 100
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.32lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.21d