Dolcino: A Tragedy (1899)

By William Gerard

Book Overview

Dolcino: A Tragedy is a play written by William Gerard and published in 1899. The play is set in Italy in the 13th century and tells the story of Dolcino, a charismatic leader of a group of heretics who rebel against the Catholic Church. Dolcino and his followers reject the Church's teachings and live a communal life in the mountains, but their rebellion is met with violence and persecution from the Church and the ruling powers. The play explores themes of religious fanaticism, political oppression, and the struggle for freedom and justice. Gerard's writing is characterized by his use of poetic language and vivid imagery, which creates a powerful and emotional portrayal of the tragic events that unfold in the play. Overall, Dolcino: A Tragedy is a compelling work of literature that offers a unique perspective on the historical and social context of medieval Italy.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: 1120277027
• ISBN13: 9781120277022
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"