Ximenes: A Tragedy (1788)

Ximenes: A Tragedy is a play written by Percival Stockdale and published in 1788. The play is set in Spain during the late 15th century and tells the story of Cardinal Ximenes, who served as the Archbishop of Toledo and the Grand Inquisitor of Spain. Ximenes is portrayed as a man of great power and influence, but also as a deeply flawed character who is willing to do whatever it takes to maintain his position and authority.The play explores themes of ambition, corruption, and the abuse of power. It also touches on issues of religion and the role of the church in society. Ximenes is shown as a man torn between his duty to the church and his own personal desires, leading to a tragic end.Stockdale's writing is characterized by its poetic language and dramatic intensity, making Ximenes: A Tragedy a compelling read for lovers of classic literature and theater. The play has been praised for its exploration of complex moral themes and its vivid portrayal of historical events and characters.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.