Publisher's Synopsis
""Virginius"" is a play written by James Sheridan Knowles in 1882. The play is set in ancient Rome and tells the tragic story of a Roman soldier named Virginius, who is forced to kill his own daughter to save her from being taken by a corrupt judge. The play explores themes of justice, honor, and sacrifice, and features a cast of memorable characters, including Virginius' daughter Virginia, the corrupt judge Appius Claudius, and the noble friend of Virginius, Icilius. The play is known for its powerful dramatic moments and its exploration of complex moral issues, and has been praised for its ability to capture the essence of ancient Rome. ""Virginius"" is a classic work of English literature and remains a popular choice for theater productions and literary studies 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.
