The Earl of Essex: A Tragedy, in Five Acts by Henry Jones

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Author Jones, Henry, 1721-1770
Commentator Inchbald, Mrs., 1753-1821
Title The Earl of Essex: A Tragedy, in Five Acts
Note Reading ease score: 82.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Earl of Essex: A Tragedy, in Five Acts" by Henry Jones is a historical drama written in the mid-18th century. The play dramatizes the turbulent relationship between Queen Elizabeth I and the Earl of Essex, incorporating themes of ambition, love, betrayal, and political intrigue. It focuses on Essex's fall from grace as he becomes embroiled in court politics and faces dire consequences for his actions. The narrative unfolds in a five-act structure, primarily revolving around the passionate but complicated dynamics between Essex, his royal mistress Queen Elizabeth, and his loyal friend Southampton. Essex's longing for power and influence leads him to make reckless decisions that ultimately push him further into the realm of treachery and disfavor. The queen, torn between her affection for Essex and the political necessity of his punishment, exhibits her internal conflict throughout the play. As the story progresses, the emotional turmoil intensifies, culminating in Essex's tragic execution, an event that deeply affects both Elizabeth and his devoted wife, Lady Rutland. The play captures the essence of human passion alongside the ruthless machinations of power, leaving the audience to reflect on the heavy price of ambition and betrayal. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Tragedies
Subject Essex, Robert Devereux, Earl of, 1566-1601 -- Drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 31397
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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