Publisher's Synopsis
Gyges������� Ring: A Dramatic Monologue is a book written by Rupert Hughes and published in 1901. The book is a dramatic monologue that tells the story of Gyges, a shepherd who discovers a ring that gives him the power to become invisible. The story is based on a Greek myth and explores the themes of power, morality, and the consequences of one's actions.The book is written in the form of a dramatic monologue, with Gyges narrating his story to an audience. Gyges recounts how he found the ring and how he used it to become invisible and gain power over others. He tells of his encounters with the king and queen, and how he used his newfound power to seduce the queen and eventually become king himself.As the story progresses, Gyges becomes increasingly corrupt and ruthless in his pursuit of power. He justifies his actions by claiming that the ring has given him the power to do whatever he wants, without fear of consequences. However, as the story reaches its climax, Gyges begins to realize the true cost of his actions and the toll they have taken on his soul.Overall, Gyges������� Ring: A Dramatic Monologue is a thought-provoking exploration of power, morality, and the consequences of one's actions. It is a timeless tale that continues to resonate with readers today.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.
