Sir Walter Ralegh: A Tragedy In Five Acts (1897)

By William John Dixon

Book Overview

Sir Walter Ralegh: A Tragedy In Five Acts is a play written by William John Dixon and published in 1897. The play is based on the life of Sir Walter Ralegh, a renowned English writer, explorer, and courtier who lived during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. The play is divided into five acts and follows Ralegh's rise to power, his relationship with the queen, his exploration of the New World, and his eventual downfall and imprisonment. The play explores themes of ambition, love, loyalty, and betrayal, and portrays Ralegh as a complex and tragic figure. The play is written in blank verse and features a cast of historical figures such as Queen Elizabeth I, Sir Francis Drake, and Robert Cecil. Overall, Sir Walter Ralegh: A Tragedy In Five Acts is a compelling and dramatic retelling of the life of one of England's most famous historical figures.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: 1164153781
• ISBN13: 9781164153788
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 102 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"