Ethelstan: Or The Battle Of Brunanburh, A Dramatic Chronicle, In Five Acts (1841) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781436839365)

Ethelstan: Or The Battle Of Brunanburh is a dramatic chronicle written in five acts by George Darley and published in 1841. The play is set in the 10th century and tells the story of the Battle of Brunanburh, a historic battle fought between the forces of King Athelstan of England and an alliance of Norse and Scottish armies. The play is centered around the character of Ethelstan, the king's nephew, who is torn between his loyalty to his uncle and his love for a Scottish princess. The play explores themes of love, loyalty, and the consequences of war. Darley's poetic language and vivid descriptions bring the historical events to life on the stage. Overall, Ethelstan: Or The Battle Of Brunanburh is a compelling drama that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment 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: George Darley
ISBN-10: 143683936X
ISBN-13: 9781436839365
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2008
Pages: 104
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.33lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.22d