Elfrida, A Dramatic Poem: Written On The Model Of The Ancient Greek Tragedy (1752)

by William Mason

Book Overview

Elfrida is a dramatic poem written by William Mason in 1752. The poem is modeled after ancient Greek tragedy and tells the story of Elfrida, a Saxon queen who falls in love with the warrior Athelwold. However, Athelwold is already betrothed to Elfrida's friend and lady-in-waiting, Edith. Elfrida is consumed by her passion for Athelwold and convinces him to elope with her. The two are eventually caught and punished for their disobedience. The poem...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165412136
• ISBN13: 9781165412136
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"