Maximian: A Tragedy (1800)

By Thomas Corneille

Book Overview

Maximian: A Tragedy is a play written by Thomas Corneille in 1800. The play is set in ancient Rome and follows the story of Maximian, a Roman emperor who is struggling to maintain his power in the midst of political turmoil. Maximian is faced with a difficult decision when his son, Maxentius, rebels against him and seeks to take the throne for himself. As the conflict between father and son escalates, Maximian is forced to make a choice between his love for his son and his duty to his empire. The play explores themes of power, loyalty, and the complexities of familial relationships. Corneille's writing is characterized by his use of language and his ability to create complex characters who are both sympathetic and flawed. Maximian: A Tragedy is a compelling work of literature that offers a thought-provoking look at the nature of power and the human condition.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: 1165412950
• ISBN13: 9781165412952
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 106 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"