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Hengist King of Kent is a historical play written by Thomas Middleton, set in 5th century Britain during the time of the Anglo-Saxon invasion. The play revolves around the character of Hengist, a ruthless and ambitious warrior who becomes the king of Kent through his cunning and political maneuvering. Along the way, he manipulates and deceives those around him, including his own daughter, in order to achieve his goals.The play explores themes of power, loyalty, and betrayal, as well as the clash of cultures between the Anglo-Saxons and the native Britons. It also features a cast of colorful characters, including the noble but naive British king Vortigern, the scheming and treacherous Rowena, and the brave but doomed warrior Ambrosius.Overall, Hengist King of Kent is a gripping and complex work of historical fiction that offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in British history.GENTLEMAN SAXON They're besieg'd, Aurelius Ambrose and his brother Uther, With numbers infinite in Britain forces, Beset their castle, and they cannot 'scape Without your speedy succour.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.