Venice Preserv'd by Thomas Otway
A Tragedy
"Venice Preserv'd" is a tragic play set in the politically tumultuous city of Venice, where conspiracy and betrayal intertwine with personal drama. The plot centers around Jaffeir, a noble Venetian who joins a group of conspirators aiming to overthrow the corrupt government after feeling betrayed by the state. His loyalty is tested when he must choose between his allegiance to the conspiracy and his love for Belvidera, the daughter of a senator. As the story unfolds, the characters are caught in a web of intrigue, leading to a climax that exposes the complexities of honor, friendship, and the devastating consequences of political and personal treachery.
The 5838th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1682
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 72
- Original Language
- English
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- 26th on From Oedipus to The History Boys: Michael Billington's 101 greatest plays (The Guardian)
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)