Ulysses: A Drama In A Prologue And Three Acts

Ulysses: A Drama In A Prologue And Three Acts is a play written by Stephen Phillips. The play is based on the Greek mythological hero, Ulysses, who is on a journey to return home after the Trojan War. The play is divided into a prologue and three acts.In the prologue, Ulysses is seen struggling with the decision to leave his wife and child to fight in the Trojan War. He is torn between his duty as a warrior and his love for his family. In the first act, Ulysses is shown as a hero who is determined to return home. He is faced with many obstacles, including a fierce storm and the wrath of the gods.In the second act, Ulysses arrives on the island of Circe, where he and his men are turned into pigs. He must find a way to break the spell and continue his journey home. In the third act, Ulysses arrives on the island of the Sirens, where he is tempted by their enchanting song. He must resist their lure in order to continue his journey.Throughout the play, Ulysses struggles with his own mortality and the meaning of life. He questions his own purpose and the purpose of his journey. The play is a powerful exploration of the human condition and the struggles we face in life. It is a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences 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.