The Tragedy Of Pompey The Great

The Tragedy of Pompey the Great by John Masefield is a historical play that explores the downfall of one of ancient Rome's most famous generals. The play is set in the year 48 BC and follows the events leading up to Pompey's defeat at the Battle of Pharsalus. The play begins with Pompey returning to Rome after a successful military campaign in the east. However, he quickly discovers that the political landscape has shifted in his absence, and his former ally, Julius Caesar, has become a powerful and popular leader. As Pompey struggles to maintain his influence and power, he becomes increasingly isolated and desperate. He makes alliances with unlikely partners, including the Roman Senate and the Egyptian king Ptolemy, but these alliances ultimately lead to his downfall. The Tragedy of Pompey the Great is a gripping exploration of power, politics, and betrayal in ancient Rome. Masefield's vivid language and dramatic storytelling bring the characters and events of this pivotal moment in history to life, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Rome or the art of drama.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.