

Hengist, King of Kent (also known as The Mayor of Quinborough) was one of the most popular plays of the 1630s and 1640s. Written by Thomas Middleton by 1619, its main tragic plot concerns the invasion of the Saxons, led by Hengist, into Britain and the division of the kingdom...


Hengist King of Kent is a historical play written by Thomas Middleton, set in 5th century Britain during the time of the Anglo-Saxon invasion. The play revolves around the character of Hengist, a ruthless and ambitious warrior who becomes the king of Kent through his cunning...

Hengist King of Kent is a historical fiction novel written by Thomas Middleton. The book is set in the 5th century AD and tells the story of Hengist, a legendary king of Kent who is said to have played a significant role in the Anglo-Saxon invasion of Britain.The novel follows...


Hengist King of Kent is a historical fiction novel written by Thomas Middleton. The book is set in the 5th century AD, during the period when the Anglo-Saxons invaded Britain. The story follows the life of Hengist, a legendary Anglo-Saxon king who is said to have founded the...