Athaliah: A Tragedy: Intended for Reading Only, Translated Into English Blank Verse, From Racine (A. Gombert's Edition, 1825)

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Experience the grandeur of 17th-century French tragedy in English blank verse with J. Donkersley's translation of Jean Racine's masterpiece. Athaliah dramatizes the biblical fall of Queen Athaliah and the rise of the young King Joash, set against the backdrop of Jerusalem's revolt. Racine's verse is renowned for its classical restraint and emotional intensity, and this edition preserves the integrity of the 1825 Gombert edition while making it accessible to modern readers. The translation captures the original's rhythmic power and dramatic weight, allowing the biblical epic to resonate with contemporary audiences. The EPUB format makes this classic portable and readable on any device.