The Plays And Poems Of George Chapman: The Tragedies (1910)

By George Chapman

The Plays and Poems of George Chapman: The Tragedies is a collection of works by the English playwright and poet George Chapman. Originally published in 1910, the book includes some of Chapman's most famous tragedies, including Bussy D'Ambois, The Revenge of Bussy D'Ambois, The Conspiracy and Tragedy of Charles, Duke of Byron, and The Tragedy of Chabot, Admiral of France. Chapman was a contemporary of William Shakespeare and Ben Jonson and is considered one of the most important poets and playwrights of the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras. His works were known for their complex language and themes, and this collection showcases his skill in crafting tragic stories that explore themes of love, betrayal, revenge, and political intrigue. This edition of The Plays and Poems of George Chapman: The Tragedies includes an introduction by the editor, William Lyon Phelps, that provides historical and literary context for Chapman's work. The book is a valuable resource for scholars of Renaissance literature and anyone interested in exploring the works of one of England's most important playwrights.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: 1164054465
• ISBN13: 9781164054467
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 744 Pages
• Weight: 2.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 7.5" x 9.3"