The Dynasts

The Dynasts is a two-volume epic drama written by Thomas Hardy, which chronicles the events of the Napoleonic Wars. The story is set in Europe during the early 19th century and focuses on the political, military, and social aspects of the conflict. The drama is divided into three parts, each representing a different phase of the war. The first volume covers the period from 1805 to 1809, including the Battle of Trafalgar and the Peninsular War. The second volume covers the period from 1809 to 1815, including the Battle of Waterloo and the fall of Napoleon. The drama is written in verse and includes a large cast of characters, both historical and fictional. The Dynasts is a unique work of literature that combines historical accuracy with poetic imagination. It explores the themes of war, politics, and human nature, and provides a vivid and compelling portrayal of one of the most significant periods in European history. The book is considered one of Hardy's most ambitious works and is widely regarded as a masterpiece of epic poetry.1924. Contains Parts I and II. Hardy, English novelist and poet of the naturalist movement, whose powerfully delineated characters, portrayed in his native Dorset, struggled helplessly against their passions and external circumstances. The Dynasts is Hardy's extended verse-play about Napoleon and the clash of powers he brought about. The historical drama in three parts, nineteen acts, and one hundred and thirty scenes, the time covered by the action being about ten years, is intended to be his masterpiece. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.