The Tragedy Of Chabot, Admiral Of France (1906)

The Tragedy of Chabot, Admiral of France is a historical drama written by George Chapman and first published in 1906. The play is set in 16th century France and tells the story of Philippe de Chabot, Admiral of France, who falls from grace and is ultimately executed for treason. Chabot is a trusted advisor to King Francis I, but his fortunes begin to decline when he becomes embroiled in a scandal involving a forged will. His enemies use this as an opportunity to turn the king against him, and he is accused of plotting to overthrow the monarchy. Despite his protestations of innocence, Chabot is convicted and sentenced to death. The play explores themes of power, corruption, and betrayal, as well as the tragic consequences of pride and ambition. Chapman's vivid language and dramatic imagery bring the world of 16th century France to life, and the characters are portrayed with depth and complexity. Overall, The Tragedy of Chabot, Admiral of France is a gripping tale of political intrigue and personal tragedy, and a testament to the enduring power of Shakespearean-style 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.