King Rene's Daughter is a lyrical drama written by Henrik Hertz in 1850. The play is set in medieval France and tells the story of a blind king, Rene, and his daughter, Iolanthe. Iolanthe is courted by several suitors, but she is in love with a troubadour named Vaudemont. However, her father disapproves of the match and proposes that she marry a prince instead. Iolanthe refuses and chooses to remain loyal to Vaudemont. The play explores themes of...