Publisher's Synopsis
Pentheus: A Burlesque In Three Acts is a play written by Vincent Amcotts C. Amcotts and published in 1866. The play is a comedic retelling of the Greek myth of Pentheus, the king of Thebes who was torn apart by his own mother and her followers in a frenzy of worship for the god Dionysus. In Amcotts' version, Pentheus is portrayed as a bumbling and foolish ruler who is easily swayed by the charms of Dionysus and his followers. The play is filled with witty dialogue, slapstick humor, and exaggerated characters, making it a classic example of burlesque theater.The three acts of the play follow Pentheus as he attempts to resist the influence of Dionysus and his wild revelers, only to find himself drawn deeper into their world of debauchery and excess. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including the wise prophet Tiresias, the seductive Bacchante Agave, and the mischievous god Hermes.Despite its comedic tone, Pentheus: A Burlesque In Three Acts also touches on themes of power, temptation, and the dangers of giving in to one's desires. Overall, it is a lively and entertaining play that offers a unique take on a classic Greek myth.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.
