Massacre at Paris

<p>Soon after he inherits the throne King Edward ��� of England writes a letter to his favorite nobleman Piers Gaveston who had previously been exiled asking him to come back to England. Eager to return and happy to have the king's favor Gaveston travels to the kingdom immediately. However when the other noblemen and advisors hear of Edward's decision they quickly try to talk him out of it. Believing that Gaveston is a manipulative social climber the noblemen warn Edward that he should reconsider his pardon. However Edward loves Gaveston deeply and refuses to revoke his pardon. He appoints Gaveston the power to issue commands and draw money from the treasury happy to be reunited with the man. Meanwhile the angered noblemen start to gather a group of resistance. Concerned about the power Edward has given Gaveston they continue their attempts to disillusion him convincing others close to Edward to talk him into turning against the man. As some of Edward's closest friends and family take a side against him the distrust the nobles hold for Gaveston begins to bleed into contempt for the king. With schemes of manipulation invasion and abdication plague the kingdom Edward must reconsider his love for Gaveston before it causes his downfall. </p><p> First debuted in 1592 <i>Edward the Second </i> is among the legendary playwright's final works. Considered to be Marlowe's masterpiece <i>Edward the Second</i> is praised for its unique topic disciplined rhetoric and homoeotic undertones. Having been adapted for film and radio as well as inspiring theatre revivals <i>Edward the Second</i> is one of Marlowe's most popular and celebrated works. With exemplary writing and a high-stakes plot <i>Edward the Second</i> provides an intriguing perspective on the rule of Edward ��� that remains fascinating to modern audience. </p><p>This edition of <i> Edward the Second </i> by Christopher Marlowe is now presented in an easy-to-read font and features a striking new cover decision creating an accessible reading experience. With these accommodations <i>Edward the Second </i> is restored to modern standards while the original genius and vivid imagery of Marlowe's poetry is preserved. </p>