Dolcino: A Tragedy (1899)

By William Gerard

Book Overview

Dolcino: A Tragedy is a play written by William Gerard and originally published in 1899. The play is set in medieval Italy and tells the tragic story of Dolcino, a young man who becomes the leader of a group of heretics known as the Dulcinians. The play explores themes of religious persecution, power struggles, and the corrupting influence of authority. As Dolcino's movement gains momentum, he becomes a target of the ruling powers, who view him as a threat to their authority. As the play progresses, Dolcino's fate becomes increasingly tragic, and his followers are forced to confront the harsh realities of their beliefs. The play is notable for its vivid portrayal of medieval Italy and its exploration of complex moral and political issues. Overall, Dolcino: A Tragedy is a thought-provoking and emotionally powerful work that continues to resonate with readers today.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: 1166583228
• ISBN13: 9781166583224
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"