Alasco: A Tragedy, in Five Acts (1824)

Alasco: A Tragedy, In Five Acts is a play written by Martin Archer Shee and first published in 1824. The play is set in Poland and follows the story of Alasco, a young nobleman who is torn between his love for his country and his loyalty to the Russian Empress. As the play unfolds, Alasco becomes embroiled in a web of political intrigue and personal betrayal that ultimately leads to his tragic downfall.The play is written in a classical style, with five acts and a cast of characters that includes nobles, soldiers, and peasants. Shee's writing is characterized by its poetic language and vivid imagery, which bring the world of 19th-century Poland to life on the page.Overall, Alasco: A Tragedy, In Five Acts is a powerful and moving work of drama that explores themes of love, loyalty, and political power. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Poland, as well as for fans of classical tragedy and 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.