Explore the latest books of this year!
Bookbot

Herod: A Tragedy

Parameters

  • 124 pages
  • 5 hours of reading

More about the book

Set in ancient Judea, the play delves into the tumultuous life of King Herod, a ruler driven by ambition and plagued by his past. Through five acts, it examines his relationships, particularly with his wife Mariamne, and the paranoia that fuels his tyranny. The narrative intertwines themes of fate, hubris, and power, structured with elements of Greek tragedy, including a chorus. Stephen Phillips employs evocative language to reveal the complexities of Herod's character, offering a profound exploration of his tragic downfall.

Publication

Book purchase

Herod: A Tragedy, Stephen Phillips

Language
Released
2022
product-detail.submit-box.info.binding
(Paperback)
We’ll email you as soon as we track it down.

Payment methods

No one has rated yet.Add rating