The Earl Of Gowrie: A Tragedy (1845)
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ISBN10: 1165778238
ISBN13: 9781165778232
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 210
Weight: 0.63
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781165778232
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 210
Weight: 0.63
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Earl of Gowrie: A Tragedy is a play written by James White and first published in 1845. The play is set in Scotland during the reign of King James VI and tells the story of the Earl of Gowrie, who is portrayed as a heroic figure fighting for the freedom and independence of Scotland. The play is divided into five acts and features a cast of characters that includes the Earl of Gowrie, his sister Lady Beatrix Ruthven, King James VI, and various other nobles and courtiers. The plot revolves around the Earl's attempts to overthrow the king and establish himself as the ruler of Scotland. The play is known for its vivid descriptions of Scottish history and culture, as well as its exploration of themes such as power, loyalty, and betrayal. Overall, The Earl of Gowrie: A Tragedy is a compelling work of historical fiction that offers a unique perspective on the turbulent political and social landscape of Scotland during the 16th century.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.
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