Publisher's Synopsis
Miscellaneous Pieces of Ancient English Poesie: Viz. The Troublesome Reign of King John, The Metamorphosis of Pigmalion�������s Image and Certain Satires is a collection of three works of poetry by the renowned English playwright and poet, William Shakespeare. Published in 1764, this book includes Shakespeare's lesser-known works, which were not included in his famous plays and sonnets. The first piece, The Troublesome Reign of King John, is a historical play that tells the story of King John's reign and his struggles with the French and his own barons. The second piece, The Metamorphosis of Pigmalion's Image, is a poem that explores the myth of Pygmalion, a sculptor who falls in love with his own creation. The third piece is a collection of satirical poems that criticize various aspects of English society, including politics, religion, and social norms. This book offers readers a glimpse into the diverse range of Shakespeare's writing and provides a unique perspective on his lesser-known works.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.
