Antonio: A Tragedy, In Five Acts (1806)

By William Godwin

Book Overview

Antonio: A Tragedy, In Five Acts is a play written by the famous English philosopher and novelist, William Godwin. The play was first published in 1806 and is set in Italy during the Renaissance period. The story revolves around the life of the protagonist, Antonio, who is a young man from a noble family. Antonio falls in love with the beautiful and virtuous Leonora, who is promised to another man. The play explores the themes of love, jealousy, betrayal, and revenge. It also delves into the social and political issues of the time, including the struggle between the aristocracy and the common people. The play is written in a poetic and dramatic style, with powerful imagery and vivid descriptions of the characters and their surroundings. Godwin's writing style is known for its intellectual depth and philosophical insights, and Antonio: A Tragedy, In Five Acts is no exception. The play is an excellent example of Godwin's literary talent and his ability to create complex and compelling characters. Overall, Antonio: A Tragedy, In Five Acts is a gripping and thought-provoking play that explores the human condition in all its complexities.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: 1165302136
• ISBN13: 9781165302130
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"