Fazio: A Tragedy (1818)

Fazio: A Tragedy is a play written by Henry Hart Milman and published in 1818. The play is set in 15th century Florence and follows the story of Fazio, a young man who falls in love with Bianca, the wife of his employer, the wealthy merchant Gianettino. Fazio and Bianca begin an affair, which leads to a series of tragic events that ultimately result in their deaths.The play explores themes of love, jealousy, betrayal, and the consequences of one's actions. It also highlights the social and cultural norms of Renaissance Italy, particularly the strict codes of honor and the power dynamics between men and women.Milman's writing style is characterized by poetic language and vivid imagery, which creates a rich and immersive reading experience. Fazio: A Tragedy is considered one of Milman's most important works and is still read and studied by scholars and literature enthusiasts 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.