Calaynos: A Tragedy

By George H. Boker

Book Overview

Calaynos: A Tragedy is a play written by George H. Boker. The play is a tragic story of a Spanish nobleman named Calaynos, who is torn between his love for his wife and his loyalty to his king. Calaynos is approached by the Moors, who offer him wealth and power if he betrays his king. Calaynos is tempted by the offer, but ultimately decides to remain loyal to his king. However, his decision comes at a great cost, as his wife is killed in the ensuing conflict. The play explores themes of loyalty, love, and betrayal, and is considered a classic of American theatre.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: 1163713066
• ISBN13: 9781163713068
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"