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. The story revolves around the life of an Englishman named Faulkland, who is torn between his loyalty to his country and his love for a woman from the enemy nation. The play is set during the American Revolution, and the characters are caught up in the political turmoil of the time.Faulkland is a patriot who believes in the ideals of freedom and democracy, but he is also deeply in love with a woman named Julia, who is a loyalist. As the war rages on, Faulkland must choose between his duty to his country and his love for Julia. The play explores themes of love, loyalty, patriotism, and the human cost of war.The Patriot: A Tragedy In Five Acts is a classic play that has been performed numerous times since its first publication in 1816. It is known for its powerful characters, intense emotional drama, and its exploration of complex political and social issues. The play is a timeless reminder of the human toll of war and the importance of standing up for one's beliefs, even in the face of great adversity.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: 1163586749
• ISBN13: 9781163586747
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"