Foscari

Foscari: A Tragedy is a play written by Mary Russell Mitford and published in 1826. The play is set in Venice during the 15th century and follows the story of Francesco Foscari, the Doge of Venice, who is faced with political turmoil and personal tragedy. Foscari is accused of corruption and is forced to resign from his position as Doge. His son, Jacopo, is also accused of treason and is sentenced to exile. The play explores themes of power, loyalty, and the struggle between personal and political obligations. Mitford's writing style is characterized by vivid descriptions and emotional intensity, making Foscari: A Tragedy a compelling read for fans of historical 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.