This gripping play brings to life the legend of Vortigern, the 5th-century king of Britain. Ireland's poetic language and vivid characters make this a powerful exploration of themes of betrayal, ambition, and power. With its timeless themes and memorable characters, this play is a must-read for fans of Shakespeare and historical drama. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.