Mary Stuart a Tragedy is a play written by Algernon Charles Swinburne, first published in 1881. The play revolves around the life of Mary, Queen of Scots, and her struggles with power and love. The plot is set in the 16th century, during the reign of Elizabeth I of England, and portrays a fictionalized account of the rivalry between the two monarchs.The play opens with Mary's arrival in England, seeking refuge from her Scottish enemies. She is placed...
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