First debuted in 1592, Edward the Second is among the legendary playwright's final works. With schemes of manipulation, invasion, and abdication plague the kingdom, Edward must reconsider his love for Gaveston before it causes his downfall. As some of Edward's closest friends and family, take a side against him, the distrust the nobles hold for Gaveston begins to bleed into contempt for the king. Concerned about the power Edward has given Gaveston, they continue their attempts to disillusion him, convincing others close to Edward to talk him into turning against the man. Meanwhile, the angered noblemen start to gather a group of resistance. He appoints Gaveston the power to issue commands and draw money from the treasury, happy to be reunited with the man. However, Edward loves Gaveston deeply, and refuses to revoke his pardon. Believing that Gaveston is a manipulative social climber, the noblemen warn Edward that he should reconsider his pardon. However, when the other noblemen and advisors hear of Edward's decision, they quickly try to talk him out of it. Eager to return and happy to have the king's favor, Gaveston travels to the kingdom immediately. Soon after he inherits the throne, King Edward of England writes a letter to his favorite nobleman, Piers Gaveston, who had previously been exiled, asking him to come back to England. When Edward becomes king, he uses his new authority to pardon his favorite nobleman, Piers Gaveston, from his exile, angering key supporters.
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