Mary of Scotland

""Mary of Scotland"" is a historical play written by Maxwell Anderson, first performed in 1933. The play explores the tumultuous life of Mary Stuart, also known as Mary, Queen of Scots, who was a Catholic monarch in 16th century Scotland. The play covers the period of Mary's imprisonment in England, her trial and eventual execution. The play also delves into the political and personal relationships between Mary and her cousin, Queen Elizabeth I of England, as well as Mary's relationships with her various suitors, including Lord Darnley and the Earl of Bothwell. The play is known for its powerful portrayal of Mary's tragic fate and its exploration of themes such as power, gender, and the struggle for autonomy in a patriarchal society. Overall, ""Mary of Scotland"" is a compelling and thought-provoking work of historical drama.THIS 78 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Theatre Guild Anthology V2, by Maxwell Anderson. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419181424.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.