The Maypole: A Dramatic Version of the Late Charles Dickens' Story, Barnaby Rudge, in Four Acts (1882)

By Edward Vane

Book Overview

The Maypole is a play written by Edward Vane in 1882. It is a dramatic version of the story Barnaby Rudge, which was originally written by Charles Dickens. The play is divided into four acts and follows the story of Barnaby Rudge, a simple-minded young man who becomes caught up in the events of the Gordon Riots in 1780s London. The Maypole features a cast of colorful characters, including the villainous Hugh and his gang of rioters, as well as the kindly locksmith Gabriel Varden and his family. The play explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for justice in a time of political upheaval. Overall, The Maypole is a thrilling and engaging adaptation of one of Dickens' most beloved novels.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1161906398
• ISBN13: 9781161906394
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 22 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"