Strafford: A Historical Tragedy (1837)

Strafford: A Historical Tragedy is a play written by Robert Browning and published in 1837. The play is set in England during the 17th century and tells the story of Thomas Wentworth, the Earl of Strafford, who served as a key advisor to King Charles I. The play explores the political and personal conflicts that arise between Strafford and other members of the court, as well as the tensions that existed between the king and Parliament. The play is written in blank verse and features a large cast of characters, including historical figures such as Archbishop Laud, John Pym, and Oliver Cromwell. Browning uses the play to explore themes of power, loyalty, and betrayal, as well as the complexities of political maneuvering. Strafford: A Historical Tragedy was not well received upon its initial publication, but has since been recognized as an important work in Browning's oeuvre. The play has been praised for its vivid depiction of historical events and characters, as well as its exploration of the psychological and emotional dimensions of political power.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.