Vortigern, A Historical Tragedy, And Henry The Second, A Historical Drama (1799)

Vortigern, A Historical Tragedy, And Henry The Second, A Historical Drama is a play written by William Henry Ireland and published in 1799. The book contains two separate plays, each exploring different historical events. The first play, Vortigern, is a tragedy that tells the story of the 5th-century British king Vortigern and his downfall. The play is set during a tumultuous time in British history, when the Saxons were invading and the Roman Empire was collapsing. Vortigern is portrayed as a weak and indecisive ruler who makes a series of fatal mistakes that lead to his downfall.The second play, Henry The Second, is a historical drama that focuses on the reign of King Henry II of England in the 12th century. The play explores the complex relationships between Henry and his wife, Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, as well as his sons, including the future King Richard the Lionheart. The play also delves into the political and religious struggles of the time, including Henry's conflict with Thomas Becket, the Archbishop of Canterbury.Overall, Vortigern, A Historical Tragedy, And Henry The Second, A Historical Drama is a fascinating exploration of two pivotal moments in British history. The plays are well-written and offer a glimpse into the political and social issues of their respective eras. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in British history or drama.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.