Publisher's Synopsis
Brutus or The Fall of Tarquin: A Historical Tragedy, In Five Acts (1818) is a play written by John Howard Payne. The play is set in ancient Rome and tells the story of the overthrow of the tyrant Tarquin and the establishment of the Roman Republic. The main character, Brutus, is a nobleman who leads the rebellion against Tarquin and becomes one of the first consuls of the new Republic. The play explores themes of loyalty, patriotism, and the struggle for power. Payne's writing is characterized by his use of poetic language, dramatic tension, and historical accuracy. Overall, Brutus or The Fall of Tarquin is a powerful and engaging work of historical drama that offers a vivid portrayal of one of the most important events in Roman history.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.
