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"Byblis, a Tragedy" by William Drummond, published in 1802, presents a dramatic retelling of the classical myth of Byblis. This early 19th-century play explores themes of forbidden love, family tragedy, and the destructive power of unrequited passion. Drummond's work, written in the style of Greek tragedy, offers a glimpse into the literary tastes of the Romantic era and its fascination with ancient tales. The play examines Byblis's descent into despair and madness as she grapples with her impossible desires. This edition allows modern readers to rediscover a compelling dramatic interpretation of a timeless myth, showcasing the enduring appeal of classical themes in a new dramatic light. 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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. 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. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.