Publisher's Synopsis
""Werner or The Inheritance: A Tragedy"" is a play written by the renowned English poet, Lord Byron. The play tells the story of Werner, a young man who inherits a large estate from his father. However, Werner's newfound wealth and power lead him down a path of corruption and moral decay. He becomes obsessed with his own desires and ambitions, ultimately leading to his own downfall. Along the way, he is confronted by a cast of characters who challenge his beliefs and values, including his sister, who is in love with his best friend, and a group of peasants who rebel against his oppressive rule. The play is a powerful exploration of human nature and the corrupting influence of wealth and power. It is considered one of Byron's most significant works and a masterpiece of Romantic literature.Wer. I could not sleep--and now the hour's at hand! All's ready. Idenstein has kept his word; And stationed in the outskirts of the town, Upon the forest's edge, the vehicle Awaits us. Now the dwindling stars begin.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.
