The Patriot: A Tragedy In Five Acts

By George Stephens

Book Overview

The Patriot: A Tragedy In Five Acts is a play written by George Stephens. It is a story of a man named William Tell who lives in Switzerland during the 13th century. The play is set in the backdrop of the Swiss struggle for independence against the Habsburgs, who were the ruling dynasty of Austria. William Tell is a patriot who is willing to do anything to free his country from the tyranny of the Habsburgs. The play follows his journey as he leads the Swiss people in their fight for freedom. However, his actions lead to his capture and imprisonment. The play explores the themes of patriotism, sacrifice, and the struggle for freedom. It is a tragic play that depicts the harsh realities of war and the sacrifices that are needed to achieve freedom. The Patriot: A Tragedy In Five Acts is a timeless classic that continues to be relevant in today's world, where the fight for freedom and justice continues.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: 1432699784
• ISBN13: 9781432699789
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"