Edward The Black Prince: An Epic Drama (1891)

By Douglas Sladen

Book Overview

""Edward The Black Prince: An Epic Drama"" is a historical play written by Douglas Brooke Wheelton Sladen and published in 1891. The play tells the story of Edward of Woodstock, the eldest son of King Edward III of England, who is known as the ""Black Prince"" due to his black armor. The play covers the period of the Hundred Years' War between England and France, and the Black Prince's role in the battles of Cr�����cy and Poitiers. The play also explores the Black Prince's personal life, including his relationship with his father and his wife Joan of Kent. The play is written in blank verse and features a cast of historical figures, including King Edward III, Joan of Kent, and the French King John II. Overall, ""Edward The Black Prince: An Epic Drama"" is a captivating portrayal of one of England's most legendary medieval 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: 116534016X
• ISBN13: 9781165340163
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 230 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"