"A King's Daughter: A Tragedy in Verse" by John Masefield is a play set in Samaria, focusing on Queen Jezebel's struggle to maintain control as queen. The play begins with Jezebel contemplating the difficulties in her kingdom, particularly King Ahab's unhappiness because of rebellion, along with threats to his power. Jezebel intends to preserve her position and influence as different groups, led by the prophet Jehu, begin to revolt against her.
A King's Daughter: A Tragedy in Verse
By John Masefield
Amidst political unrest and personal conflict, a queen fights to protect her throne against rising rebellion and her husband's despair.
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About the AuthorJohn Edward Masefield was an English poet and writer, and Poet Laureate from 1930 until his death in 1967. Among his best known works are the children's novels The Midnight Folk and The Box of Delights, and the poems "The Everlasting Mercy" and "Sea-Fever".
John Edward Masefield was an English poet and writer, and Poet Laureate from 1930 until his death in 1967. Among his best known works are the children's novels The Midnight Folk and The Box of Delights, and the poems "The Everlasting Mercy" and "Sea-Fever".
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