"The Surrender of Calais: A Play, in Three Acts" by George Colman is a historical drama set during the Siege of Calais, focusing on themes of sacrifice, honor, and the grim realities of war as experienced by ordinary people. The play unfolds with Calais under siege, its citizens facing starvation, and portrays characters like Ribaumont and La Gloire torn between love, duty, and survival. At the heart of the story stands Eustache de St. Pierre, whose profound sense of duty leads to a pivotal decision to sacrifice himself for the greater good of the town, embodying the play's central exploration of patriotism and selfless sacrifice amidst the chaos and peril of war.
The Surrender of Calais: A Play, in Three Acts
By George Colman
Amidst a brutal siege, a town's survival hinges on a citizen's ultimate act of selflessness, forcing characters to confront love, loyalty, and the heavy costs of war.
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About the AuthorGeorge Colman, known as "the Younger", was an English dramatist and miscellaneous writer. He was the son of George Colman the Elder.
George Colman, known as "the Younger", was an English dramatist and miscellaneous writer. He was the son of George Colman the Elder.
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