Elfrida: A Drama in Five Acts is a play written by Albany Wallace and first published in 1850. The play is set in medieval England and tells the story of Elfrida, a beautiful and ambitious woman who becomes the Queen of England after marrying King Edgar. However, her rise to power is marred by her ruthless and manipulative tactics, including the murder of Edgar's son, to secure her position as Queen. The play explores themes of power, ambition, and the consequences of ruthless actions. The characters are well-developed, and the dialogue is engaging, making for a compelling read. Elfrida: A Drama in Five Acts is a classic play that offers a glimpse into medieval England and the complex dynamics of power and ambition.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.