Publisher's Synopsis
Count Benyowsky or The Conspiracy of Kamtschatka is a play written by August Von Kotzebue in 1798. Set in the 18th century, the play tells the story of Count Benyowsky, a Polish nobleman who is exiled to Kamchatka, a remote region in Russia, for his involvement in a conspiracy against the Russian government. In Kamchatka, Benyowsky meets a group of fellow exiles and together they plan a rebellion against the Russian authorities. However, their plans are foiled by a traitor in their midst, and Benyowsky is forced to flee to America. The play is a tragi-comedy, combining elements of tragedy and comedy. It explores themes of political oppression, rebellion, and betrayal. Count Benyowsky is portrayed as a heroic figure, fighting for freedom and justice against a tyrannical government. Overall, Count Benyowsky or The Conspiracy of Kamtschatka is a thought-provoking and entertaining play that offers insights into the political and social issues of its time.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.
