The Saint's Tragedy

Charles Kingsley

Summary

"The Saint's Tragedy" by Charles Kingsley
Charles Kingsley was a broad church priest of the Church of England, a university professor, social reformer, historian, novelist, and poet. He often used his expertise as a man of the cloth as an inspiration for his writing. This play shows the life of saintly individuals and the trials and tribulations associated with living a moral and Godly life in the world.

Available since: 12/11/2019.

Print length: 215 pages.

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