Publisher's Synopsis
Agatha Or The Convent Of St. Bartholomew: A Tragedy, In Five Acts is a play written by Edwyn Andrew Burnaby in 1821. The play is set in a convent and follows the story of Agatha, a young woman who is forced to enter the convent against her will. Agatha falls in love with a young man named Albert, who is also a prisoner in the convent. Their love is forbidden, and they face many obstacles in their quest to be together. The play explores themes of love, freedom, and the struggle for individuality in a society that values conformity. The characters are complex and well-developed, and the plot is full of twists and turns that keep the audience engaged. Overall, Agatha Or The Convent Of St. Bartholomew is a gripping tragedy that explores the complexities of human relationships and the struggle for personal freedom.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.
