The Dynasts

The Dynasts is an epic drama written by the renowned English author, Thomas Hardy. The book is divided into two volumes, Volume 1 and Volume 2, and tells the story of the Napoleonic Wars in a poetic and dramatic style. The book follows the lives of several characters, including Napoleon Bonaparte, the Duke of Wellington, and other historical figures, as they navigate the tumultuous events of the early 19th century. The story takes place across Europe, from the battlefields of Spain and Portugal to the halls of power in London and Paris.Throughout the book, Hardy explores themes of power, politics, war, love, and loss. He uses his poetic language and vivid imagery to bring the characters and events to life, creating a gripping and emotional story that captures the essence of the Napoleonic era.The Dynasts is a masterpiece of English literature and a must-read for anyone interested in history, drama, or poetry. With its epic scope, unforgettable characters, and powerful themes, this book is sure to captivate readers from beginning to end.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.