The Tragedy Of Nan

The Tragedy of Nan is a play written by John Masefield. It tells the story of Nan, a young woman living in a small English village in the 18th century. Nan is in love with Jim, a sailor who has promised to marry her. However, when Jim is press-ganged into the navy, Nan is left heartbroken and alone.Desperate to be reunited with Jim, Nan disguises herself as a man and joins the navy. She quickly rises through the ranks and becomes a respected sailor, but her secret is eventually discovered. Nan is court-martialed and sentenced to death.The play explores themes of love, loyalty, and the harsh realities of life in the navy during the 18th century. It also raises questions about gender roles and the restrictions placed on women in society.Overall, The Tragedy of Nan is a powerful and moving play that offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people in the past. Masefield's vivid language and compelling characters make this a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or drama.THIS 70 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Tragedy of Nan and Other Plays by John Masefield, by John Masefield. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417900490.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.