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Synopsis
Mary Stuart is a historical play written by Friedrich von Schiller in the late 18th century. The play is based on the life of Mary, Queen of Scots, and her struggle for power against her cousin, Queen Elizabeth I of England. The story revolves around the political and personal conflicts between the two queens and their advisors, as well as the complex relationships between the characters. The play portrays Mary as a tragic heroine, who is caught in a web of political intrigue and personal betrayal, while Elizabeth is depicted as a cunning and ruthless ruler, who is torn between her duty as a queen and her personal feelings for Mary. The play explores themes such as power, loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for freedom and justice. Mary Stuart is considered one of Schiller's masterpieces and a classic of German literature. It has been adapted into various forms, including operas, films, and television dramas.MARY. O spare me, sir No further. Spread no more Life's verdant carpet out before my eyes, Remember I am wretched, and a prisoner.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.