Don Sebastian, King Of Portugal

Don Sebastian, King of Portugal: A Lyric Drama in Five Acts is a play written by French playwright Eug¿¿¿¿¿ne Scribe in 1864. The play is set in the 16th century and tells the story of Don Sebastian, the king of Portugal, who is known for his bravery and love for his country. However, the play takes a tragic turn when Don Sebastian becomes obsessed with the idea of conquering Morocco, and sets out on a dangerous mission to do so. Along the way, he meets a beautiful woman named Zayda, who he falls in love with, but his obsession with Morocco ultimately leads to his downfall. The play explores themes of ambition, love, and the consequences of unchecked power. It is known for its beautiful language and poetic imagery, and has been praised for its portrayal of complex characters and its exploration of the human psyche. Overall, Don Sebastian, King of Portugal is a compelling and thought-provoking play that continues to be studied and performed today.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.