Bruce: A Drama In Five Acts (1893)

By John Davidson

Book Overview

Bruce: A Drama In Five Acts is a play written by John Davidson and published in 1893. The play tells the story of Robert the Bruce, the Scottish king who led his country to independence from England in the 14th century. The play is divided into five acts, each depicting a different stage in Bruce's life and his struggle for freedom. The first act introduces Bruce as a young man, torn between his loyalty to his father and his desire for independence. The second act shows Bruce's exile in Ireland and his encounter with a group of rebels who inspire him to fight for Scotland's freedom. The third act depicts Bruce's defeat at the Battle of Methven and his subsequent imprisonment by the English. The fourth act shows Bruce's escape from captivity and his return to Scotland to lead the fight for independence. The final act depicts the Battle of Bannockburn, where Bruce and his army defeat the English and secure Scotland's independence. Throughout the play, Davidson portrays Bruce as a heroic figure, driven by a deep love for his country and a fierce determination to win its freedom. Overall, Bruce: A Drama In Five Acts is a powerful and inspiring portrayal of one of Scotland's greatest heroes.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: 1120167973
• ISBN13: 9781120167972
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 182 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"