Publisher's Synopsis
Hofer: A Drama is a play written by Catherine Swanwick and published in 1879. The story is set in Tyrol during the Napoleonic Wars and tells the tale of Andreas Hofer, a local innkeeper who becomes a leader of the Tyrolean rebellion against French and Bavarian forces. The play explores themes of patriotism, loyalty, and sacrifice as Hofer and his followers fight for their independence and the preservation of their way of life. The drama is divided into three acts and features a cast of characters that includes Hofer's wife, Anna, his ally, Speckbacher, and the French general, Lefebvre. The play is written in verse and includes songs and choral pieces that reflect the Tyrolean culture and spirit. Overall, Hofer: A Drama is a powerful portrayal of a historical figure and the struggle for freedom and self-determination.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.
