""Croesus, King of Lydia: A Tragedy in Five Acts"" is a play written by Alfred Bate Richards that tells the story of Croesus, the wealthy and powerful king of Lydia, who is brought down by his own hubris and the machinations of the gods. The play is set in ancient Greece and explores themes of fate, power, and the consequences of one's actions. As the play unfolds, Croesus becomes increasingly arrogant and overconfident, believing himself to be invincible...