Herodias: A Dramatic Poem (1884)

By Joseph Converse Heywood

Book Overview

Herodias: A Dramatic Poem is a book written by Joseph Converse Heywood and published in 1884. It is a work of literature that tells the story of Herodias, the wife of King Herod Antipas, who is known for her role in the execution of John the Baptist. The book is written in the form of a play, with dialogue between the characters and stage directions for the actors. The story is set in ancient Judea and explores themes of power, ambition, and betrayal. The characters are complex and multi-dimensional, with Herodias portrayed as a strong and cunning woman who will stop at nothing to achieve her goals. The book is a classic work of literature that has been studied and analyzed by scholars for its insights into the human condition and its exploration of the darker aspects of human nature. Overall, Herodias: A Dramatic Poem is a compelling and thought-provoking work of literature that continues to be read and appreciated by readers today.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: 143686948X
• ISBN13: 9781436869485
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"