First published 1970
Arcite and Palamon, noble Theban cousins, are captives in Athens after their city's defeat. As they gaze upon the duke's sister Emilia, their friendship crumbles under the weight of newfound love. Now they must choose between their bond or their chance at Emilia's affection. In this Shakespearean drama, the cousins' rivalry threatens to tear them apart as they vie for the heart of the fair maiden.
Genres: drama, classic-literature, romance, historical-fiction
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, love-triangle
Setting: Athens (Greece)
Paperback · University of Nebraska Press