Mordred A Tragedy

Mordred A Tragedy is a play written by Henry Newbolt. The story is based on the legend of King Arthur and his knights of the Round Table. The play explores the character of Mordred, the illegitimate son of King Arthur, who is often portrayed as a villain in Arthurian legends. In this play, Mordred is presented as a complex character who struggles with his identity and his relationship with his father. The play is set in the period after the death of King Arthur and the fall of Camelot. Mordred, who has always felt neglected and rejected by his father, decides to challenge Arthur's authority and claim the throne for himself. The play is a tragedy as it depicts the downfall of Mordred and his ultimate demise. The play raises questions about the nature of power, loyalty, and betrayal. It is a thought-provoking and gripping play that delves into the human psyche and the complexities of human relationships.Lancelot. Nay, do not trouble him: Gawaine's his brother still; I could not bear To gain the tidings of our rich content From him that's beggared by it. Yonder's the guard, We'll gather something.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.