Locrine

Algernon Charles Swinburne's 'Locrine' is a verse drama that explores the legendary story of the British king, Locrine, his love for his mistress, Estrild, and the tragic consequences of their forbidden relationship. Swinburne's lyrical and emotive writing style, characterized by rich imagery and passionate language, captures the essence of Romanticism in 19th-century literature. The play delves i...