Hereward: A Tragedy, In A Prologue And Four Acts (1903)

By William Akerman

Book Overview

Hereward: A Tragedy, In A Prologue And Four Acts (1903) is a play written by William Akerman. The play is based on the life of Hereward the Wake, a legendary figure from Anglo-Saxon England who led resistance against the Norman Conquest. The play is divided into a prologue and four acts, each of which depicts a different stage in Hereward's life. The prologue introduces the audience to the character of Hereward and sets the stage for the events to come. The first act depicts Hereward's youth and his early conflicts with the Normans. The second act focuses on Hereward's time in exile and his eventual return to England. The third act depicts Hereward's military successes and his rise to prominence as a leader of the resistance. The final act portrays Hereward's downfall and his eventual death. Throughout the play, Akerman explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for freedom. The play is considered a classic of English literature and has been adapted for the stage and screen numerous times.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: 1165472872
• ISBN13: 9781165472871
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 122 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"