Edward II

Edward II is a play written by Christopher Marlowe, first performed in 1593. It tells the story of King Edward II of England, who is infatuated with his male favorite, Piers Gaveston, much to the dismay of his wife, Queen Isabella, and his court. The play explores themes of power, love, loyalty, and betrayal as the nobles of England plot against Edward and his relationship with Gaveston. The play is known for its vivid language, complex characters, and dramatic scenes, including the brutal murder of Gaveston and the eventual downfall of Edward. It is considered a masterpiece of Elizabethan drama and has been adapted into numerous films, operas, and other works of art.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.