The Martyr Of Hadleigh: A Dramatic Poem (1839)

By John Must

Book Overview

The Martyr of Hadleigh is a dramatic poem written by John Must and published in 1839. The poem tells the story of a young woman named Margaret, who is accused of being a witch and is subsequently put on trial. Despite her protestations of innocence, she is found guilty and sentenced to death. The play explores themes of religious intolerance, persecution, and the struggle for justice in a society where superstition and fear hold sway. The Martyr of Hadleigh is a powerful and thought-provoking work that offers a window into the cultural and social mores of the time. It is a testament to the enduring power of drama to challenge and inspire its audience.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: 1165891387
• ISBN13: 9781165891382
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"