Cinq-Mars: An Historical Tragedy In Five Acts (1883)

By William Francis C. Wigston

Book Overview

Cinq-Mars: An Historical Tragedy In Five Acts is a play written by William Francis C. Wigston and first published in 1883. The play is set in 17th century France and tells the story of Henri Coiffier de Ruz�����, Marquis of Cinq-Mars, a young nobleman who becomes embroiled in a plot to overthrow the powerful Cardinal Richelieu. Cinq-Mars, along with his friend and fellow conspirator, Fran�����ois Auguste de Thou, are ultimately betrayed by their allies and executed for treason. The play is a tragic tale of political intrigue, betrayal, and the dangers of ambition. It is written in five acts and features a cast of historical figures, including Louis XIII, Queen Anne of Austria, and Cardinal Richelieu. The play is considered a classic of French literature and has been adapted into various forms, including an opera by Charles Gounod.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: 1166440443
• ISBN13: 9781166440442
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"