Mary of Scotland: A Drama in Three Acts

""Mary of Scotland"" is a historical drama written by Maxwell Anderson, first published in 1933. The play tells the story of Mary Stuart, also known as Mary, Queen of Scots, and her tumultuous reign as Queen of Scotland. The play is set in the 16th century, during a time of great political upheaval in Scotland and England. Mary, who was raised in France, returns to Scotland to claim her throne after the death of her husband, the King of France. She faces opposition from the Protestant nobles who do not trust her Catholic faith, and from her cousin, Queen Elizabeth I of England, who sees Mary as a threat to her own rule. The play explores the complex relationships between Mary, Elizabeth, and the men who surround them, including Mary's lover, the Earl of Bothwell, and Elizabeth's advisor, Sir William Cecil. The play culminates in Mary's trial and execution for treason, a dramatic and tragic ending that has captivated audiences for generations. ""Mary of Scotland"" is a powerful and moving drama that explores themes of power, loyalty, and betrayal, and offers a fascinating glimpse into one of the most fascinating and controversial figures in Scottish and English history.THIS 78 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Theatre Guild Anthology V2, by Maxwell Anderson. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419181424.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.