A King, and No King: Play Guide and Free Edition
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A King, and No King is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Fletcher, John (1579–1625); Beaumont, Francis (1584–1616).
Catalogue synopsis
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"A King, and No King" by Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher is a tragicomedy written in 1611. King Arbaces returns victorious from war, only to discover an overwhelming and forbidden attraction to his sister Panthea, whom he hasn't seen since childhood. As he struggles desperately against his incestuous passion, political intrigue and questions of royal legitimacy swirl around him. The play explores themes of self-control, identity, and the consequences of absolute power, while keeping audiences guessing until a surprising revelation changes everything.
Book and edition facts
- Title: A King, and No King
- Author credits: Fletcher, John (1579–1625); Beaumont, Francis (1584–1616)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Kings and rulers -- Drama
- Political plays
- Tragicomedy
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
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