Publisher's Synopsis
The Tragedy of Sir Thomas Overbury, written by Richard Savage and first published in 1724, is a play that tells the story of the downfall of Sir Thomas Overbury, a courtier who was imprisoned and eventually died in the Tower of London. The play is set in the court of King James I and focuses on the corrupt and treacherous world of politics and power. Overbury, who is a close friend of the Earl of Somerset, falls out of favor with the king and is accused of treason. The play explores themes of betrayal, jealousy, and revenge as the characters navigate their way through the treacherous world of court politics. The Tragedy of Sir Thomas Overbury is a powerful and timeless work that continues to captivate readers with its vivid characters, complex plot, and compelling themes.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.
