Isolda or Good King Stephen: A Historical and Romantic Drama, in Five Acts (1848)

""Isolda or Good King Stephen"" is a historical and romantic drama written by Alfred Bate Richards in 1848. The play is set in England during the 12th century and revolves around the story of Isolda, a young woman who is torn between her love for two men: Prince Henry, the son of King Henry II, and Stephen, a nobleman who is loyal to the king.As the play unfolds, Isolda finds herself caught up in a web of political intrigue and betrayal, as various factions within the court vie for power and influence. Meanwhile, her own feelings for both Henry and Stephen become increasingly complicated, leading her to question her own loyalties and allegiances.Through its five acts, ""Isolda or Good King Stephen"" explores themes of love, loyalty, and political power, offering a vivid and engaging portrait of life in medieval England. With its richly drawn characters and intricate plot, this play is a must-read for anyone interested in historical drama and romantic literature.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.