Romulus: An Historical Tragedy, In Five Acts (1873)

By Henry A Carroll and Henry A. Carroll

Book Overview

Romulus: An Historical Tragedy, In Five Acts is a play written by Henry A. Carroll and first published in 1873. The play is set in ancient Rome and tells the story of the founding of the city by Romulus and Remus, and the subsequent conflict between the two brothers. The play is divided into five acts, each of which follows a different stage in the story. The play explores themes of power, betrayal, and the consequences of ambition. The characters are complex and well-developed, with Romulus portrayed as a flawed hero who is torn between his desire for power and his loyalty to his brother. The play also features a number of memorable supporting characters, including the scheming Tarquin and the wise old priest Numa. Overall, Romulus: An Historical Tragedy, In Five Acts is a compelling and thought-provoking play that offers a fascinating glimpse into ancient Rome 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: 1120695449
• ISBN13: 9781120695444
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 68 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"