Adrastus, A Tragedy; Amabel Or The Cornish Lovers; And Other Poems (1823)

Adrastus, A Tragedy; Amabel Or The Cornish Lovers; And Other Poems is a collection of literary works by Robert Charles Dallas, originally published in 1823. The book includes three pieces of writing: Adrastus, a tragedy; Amabel or the Cornish Lovers, a romantic tale; and a collection of other poems. Adrastus is a play in five acts, written in blank verse. The story revolves around Adrastus, a king who seeks revenge on his enemies and is ultimately brought down by his own actions. The play explores themes of power, revenge, and the consequences of one's actions.Amabel or the Cornish Lovers is a romantic tale set in Cornwall, England. The story follows the love affair between Amabel, a young woman from a wealthy family, and a poor but noble young man named Oswald. The tale explores themes of class, love, and societal expectations.The collection of other poems included in the book covers a wide range of topics, from nature and love to social commentary and politics. The poems are written in a variety of styles, including sonnets, ballads, and odes.Overall, Adrastus, A Tragedy; Amabel Or The Cornish Lovers; And Other Poems is a collection of literary works that explore a variety of themes and styles. It offers readers a glimpse into the writing of Robert Charles Dallas, a prominent writer and poet of the early 19th century.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.