Maximian: A Tragedy (1800)

By Thomas Corneille

Book Overview

Maximian: A Tragedy is a play written by Pierre Corneille and translated by Thomas. The play is set in ancient Rome and centers around the character of Maximian, a Roman emperor who is facing a crisis in his reign. Maximian is torn between his duty to the state and his personal desires, which leads to a tragic outcome. The play explores themes of power, duty, and the consequences of one's actions. Corneille's writing style is known for its use of classical references and formal language, which adds to the grandeur of the play. Overall, Maximian: A Tragedy is a gripping tale of a man's struggle with power and the tragic consequences that follow.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: 1104145200
• ISBN13: 9781104145200
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"