The Famous Tragedy Of The Queen Of Cornwall At Tintagel In Lyonnesse (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432559687)

The Famous Tragedy Of The Queen Of Cornwall At Tintagel In Lyonnesse is a play written by renowned English novelist and poet, Thomas Hardy. The play is set in the mythical land of Lyonnesse, which is located off the coast of Cornwall. The story revolves around the tragic love affair between the Queen of Cornwall, Iseult, and the knight, Tristan. Iseult is married to King Mark of Cornwall, but falls deeply in love with Tristan, who is also her husband's nephew and trusted advisor. The two lovers struggle to keep their feelings hidden, but eventually succumb to their desires and engage in a passionate affair. However, their love is doomed from the start, as their actions lead to a chain of events that ultimately result in their tragic deaths.The play explores themes of love, betrayal, loyalty, and the consequences of one's actions. It is notable for its lyrical language, vivid descriptions of the natural world, and its portrayal of complex characters. The Famous Tragedy Of The Queen Of Cornwall At Tintagel In Lyonnesse is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers and audiences alike with its powerful and moving story.A New Version Of An Old Story Arranged As A Play For Mummers In One Act Requiring No Theatre Or Scenery.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: Thomas Hardy
ISBN-10: 1432559680
ISBN-13: 9781432559687
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 84
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.30lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.20d