Publisher's Synopsis
King Erik: A Tragedy is a play written by Edmund W. Gosse and published in 1893. The play is set in medieval Denmark and follows the story of King Erik, who is torn between his love for his wife and his duty to his kingdom. Erik's wife, Queen Helga, is accused of adultery with his own brother, Prince Olaf, and Erik must decide whether to believe the accusations or defend his wife's honor. The play explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the consequences of power. Ultimately, King Erik must make a tragic decision that will have lasting consequences for himself and his kingdom. The play is written in blank verse and features a cast of historical figures, including King Canute and Queen Emma. King Erik: A Tragedy is a classic work of English literature and a poignant exploration of human nature and the complexities of 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.
