Ethelstan: Or the Battle of Brunanburh, a Dramatic Chronicle, in Five Acts

By George Darley

Book Overview

Ethelstan: Or The Battle Of Brunanburh is a dramatic chronicle in five acts written by George Darley and published in 1841. The play is set in the 10th century and follows the story of King Ethelstan, who is faced with a battle against the Vikings at Brunanburh. The play explores themes of power, loyalty, and betrayal as Ethelstan must rally his troops and navigate political alliances to emerge victorious. The characters are richly drawn, including the fierce Viking leader Anlaf, the treacherous Earl of Mercia, and the loyal and brave soldiers who fight for their king. The play is written in verse and features powerful language and vivid imagery that brings the battle to life. Overall, Ethelstan: Or The Battle Of Brunanburh is a gripping historical drama that captures the spirit of a tumultuous time in English history.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: 1164638246
• ISBN13: 9781164638247
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 102 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"