Author: Cyril Tourneur
Binding: Paperback
Published: Methuen & Co Ltd, 1966

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Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
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This edition of The Revels Plays: The Revenger's Tragedy presents a seminal work of Jacobean drama, a chilling tale of corruption and retribution. The narrative chronicles the relentless pursuit of vengeance by Vindice against a depraved ducal court, illustrating the moral decay and societal rot prevalent in the era. Tourneur's masterful prose uncovers the darkest corners of human nature, detailing a world consumed by lust, ambition, and murder. The play's biting satire and stark portrayal of justice make it a compelling study of morality and power. This authoritative volume offers critical insights into a cornerstone of English Renaissance theatre.