Gustavus Vasa, The Deliverer Of His Country: A Tragedy (1739)

By Henry Brooke

Book Overview

Gustavus Vasa, The Deliverer Of His Country: A Tragedy is a play written by Henry Brooke and published in 1739. The play is based on the life of Gustavus Vasa, a Swedish king who led the country to independence from Denmark in the 16th century. The play portrays Gustavus Vasa as a heroic figure who is willing to sacrifice everything for the freedom of his people. The plot revolves around the struggle for independence and the various obstacles that Gustavus Vasa and his allies face. The play is written in blank verse and features a cast of characters that includes Gustavus Vasa, his wife, his brother, and several other historical figures. The play is a classic example of 18th-century English drama and is known for its powerful language and vivid imagery. Overall, Gustavus Vasa, The Deliverer Of His Country: A Tragedy is a compelling work of historical fiction that offers a glimpse into the life of one of Sweden's most legendary figures.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: 1163911062
• ISBN13: 9781163911068
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"