Publisher's Synopsis
Maximilian: A Play in Five Acts is a dramatic work by Edgar Lee Masters, an American poet, novelist, and playwright. The play is set in Mexico during the French intervention in the mid-19th century and tells the story of Maximilian von Habsburg, an Austrian archduke who was appointed as the Emperor of Mexico by the French Emperor Napoleon III. The play explores the political and personal struggles of Maximilian as he tries to establish his rule in a country torn by civil war and foreign intervention. Maximilian faces opposition from both the Mexican people and the French government, who have their own interests in the region. Through a series of dialogues and monologues, the play delves into the themes of power, loyalty, and identity. Maximilian is torn between his loyalty to his family and his duty to his new subjects, while his wife, Carlota, struggles with her own feelings of isolation and despair. The play also features a cast of historical figures, including Mexican revolutionary leaders Benito Juarez and Porfirio Diaz, who play pivotal roles in the unfolding drama. Masters' writing style is characterized by poetic language and vivid imagery, which bring the characters and settings to life. The play is a masterful exploration of the human condition and the complexities of political power, making it a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers and audiences 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.
