Famous Tragedy of the Queen Cornwall

"Famous Tragedy of the Queen of Cornwall" is a compelling verse drama by the renowned English author Thomas Hardy. Set in the ancient and atmospheric halls of Tintagel, the play offers a unique and poignant reimagining of the classic Arthurian legend of Iseult and Tristram. Hardy brings his characteristic depth and focus on fate to this traditional tale, presenting it as a play for mummers that explores the tragic intersection of love, duty, and betrayal.The work centers on the intense emotional landscape of the Queen of Cornwall as she is torn between her husband, King Mark, and her lover, the knight Tristram. With its stark, rhythmic structure and dramatic intensity, "Famous Tragedy of the Queen of Cornwall" showcases Hardy's mastery of tragedy and his lifelong fascination with the folklore and landscapes of the West Country. This work stands as a testament to Hardy's versatility as a writer, bridging the gap between his celebrated novels and his profound late-career poetry. Readers will find a haunting exploration of human passion set against a backdrop of mythic grandeur.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pagina's: 98, Paperback, British Library, Historical Print Editions