Mary Stuart is a powerful historical tragedy by Friedrich Schiller that dramatizes the final days of Mary, Queen of Scots, and her rivalry with Queen Elizabeth I of England.
Imprisoned and accused of plotting against the English crown, Mary Stuart faces political intrigue, betrayal, and the relentless machinery of power. As tensions rise between two queens bound by destiny yet divided by politics, religion, and ambition, the story unfolds into a gripping examination of authority, justice, and human dignity.
Blending historical events with dramatic intensity, Schiller creates a timeless exploration of leadership, conscience, and the tragic cost of power. Mary Stuart remains one of the greatest works of European drama and a masterpiece of classical theatre.
Essential reading for lovers of historical drama, classic literature, and political tragedy.
Details
- Publication Date
- Mar 18, 2026
- Language
- English
- Category
- Fiction
- Copyright
- All Rights Reserved - Standard Copyright License
- Contributors
- By (author): Friedrich Schiller, Translated by: Joseph Mellish
Specifications
- Pages
- 195
- Binding Type
- Hardcover Case Wrap
- Interior Color
- Black & White
- Dimensions
- US Trade (6 x 9 in / 152 x 229 mm)