Jezebel: A Drama (1904)

By Percy Mordaunt Barnard

Book Overview

Jezebel: A Drama is a play written by Percy Mordaunt Barnard and was first published in 1904. The play is set in ancient Israel and is based on the story of Queen Jezebel, the wife of King Ahab. The play explores the themes of power, revenge, and betrayal as Jezebel schemes to gain control of the kingdom and eliminate her enemies.Jezebel is portrayed as a strong and cunning woman who will stop at nothing to achieve her goals. She uses her beauty and charm to manipulate those around her, including her husband, the king. However, her actions have consequences, and she soon finds herself facing the wrath of the prophet Elijah and the people of Israel.The play is divided into five acts and features a cast of characters that includes King Ahab, Elijah, Jezebel's handmaidens, and various courtiers and soldiers. The dialogue is written in a poetic style and includes biblical references and imagery.Overall, Jezebel: A Drama is a compelling and dramatic retelling of a well-known biblical story. It offers an insight into the politics and intrigue of ancient Israel and explores the complex character of Jezebel, a woman who has been both demonized and celebrated throughout 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: 1165368196
• ISBN13: 9781165368198
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 62 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"