Amor Patriae: A Dramatic Poem
A stirring early-19th‑century tragedy that blends ancient Roman themes with a frontier of personal sacrifice. This edition presents a dramatic poem rooted in the legend of Regulus, Attilia, and Rome’s restless capital, exploring loyalty, love, and the cost of duty.
In these pages, a consular crisis tests family bonds and public virtue. As Attilia pleads for her father’s life and Licinius presses for reform, allegiance fractures under the weight of political ideals. The clash between family affection and civic duty drives a tense story of courage, honor, and the perilous line between sacrifice and self‑preservation.
What you’ll experience
- A vivid revival of Rome’s politics, streets, and public rituals on stage
- Intense exchanges between lovers, soldiers, and statesmen
- Themes of patriotism, tradition, and the price of leadership
- A dramatic arc that pivots on loyalty, fate, and personal resilience
Ideal for readers of historical tragedy and verse‑driven drama, and for those who enjoy a window into early modern translations of classical material.
- Classic dramatic verse that rollcalls the passions of public service and private devotion
- Character portraits of Attilia, Regulus, Licinius, and Manlius amid political turmoil
- Scenes of Rome’s public life, from the forum to the harbor and beyond
Ideal for readers of literature that blends history, tragedy, and moral inquiry.