Mary Tudor: A Historical Drama, In Five Acts (1844)

By Primogene Duvard

Book Overview

Mary Tudor: A Historical Drama, In Five Acts is a play written by Primogene Duvard and published in 1844. The play tells the story of Mary Tudor, the daughter of King Henry VIII and his first wife, Catherine of Aragon. Mary Tudor was known for her staunch Catholic faith and her efforts to restore Catholicism in England during her reign as queen from 1553 to 1558.The play is set during the reign of Mary Tudor and follows her struggle to assert her authority as queen and to bring England back to the Catholic faith. The play also explores Mary's personal relationships, including her romance with the Duke of Suffolk and her fraught relationship with her half-sister, Elizabeth.Throughout the play, Duvard portrays Mary Tudor as a complex and sympathetic figure, highlighting her struggles with illness, her deep religious convictions, and her desire to do what she believes is best for her country. The play also touches on themes of power, religion, and family loyalty.Overall, Mary Tudor: A Historical Drama, In Five Acts is a compelling portrayal of one of England's most fascinating historical figures, offering insight into the political and personal struggles of a queen who was both revered and reviled in her own time and beyond.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: 1165585804
• ISBN13: 9781165585809
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 82 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"