Locrine: A Tragedy

By Algernon Charles Swinburne

Locrine: A tragedy unfolds as a dramatic exploration of conflict, desire, and the burdens tied to the expectations of power. The narrative begins with a reflective dedication before shifting into a poetic meditation on the difference between genuine feeling and outward expression. The early scenes reveal emotional strain within a royal household marked by recent loss, shifting loyalties, and unspoken fears. Tension grows as suspicions of betrayal linger, creating an atmosphere in which trust becomes fragile and every action carries the weight of consequence. The story gradually shapes a world where personal longing clashes with public responsibility, highlighting how individuals bound to authority struggle to reconcile private pain with imposed duty. Through its measured dialogue and rising emotional intensity, the play sets the foundation for a tale defined by rivalry, suppressed anger, and the desire for justice. As the pressures of lineage, honor, and unfulfilled hopes converge, the work signals an impending cycle of retribution that promises to test every bond within the royal sphere.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9375554546
• ISBN13: 9789375554547
• Release Date: November 2025
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 5.5" x 8.5"