Publisher's Synopsis
Rediviva: A Drama is a play written by L. C. Innes and published in 1898. The play is set in the early 18th century and tells the story of a young woman named Rediviva who has been raised in isolation by her father, a wealthy merchant. Rediviva's father has kept her hidden away from the world, believing that it is too dangerous for her to venture outside. However, when Rediviva falls in love with a young man named Arthur, she begins to question her father's motives and decides to escape from her sheltered life.As Rediviva and Arthur attempt to start a new life together, they are pursued by Rediviva's father and his associates who are determined to bring her back home. Along the way, the couple faces numerous obstacles and challenges, including betrayal, danger, and deception.The play explores themes of love, freedom, and the consequences of isolation. It also highlights the importance of taking risks and making difficult choices in order to live a fulfilling life. Rediviva: A Drama is a thought-provoking and engaging work that offers a glimpse into the social and cultural norms of the 18th century.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.
