Antonius ja Cleopatra by William Shakespeare

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Author Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Translator Cajander, Paavo Emil, 1846-1913
Title Antonius ja Cleopatra
Note Reading ease score: 61.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Antonius ja Cleopatra" by William Shakespeare is a historical tragedy written in the early 17th century. The play explores the tumultuous relationship between the Roman general Marcus Antonius and Cleopatra, the Queen of Egypt, set against a backdrop of political intrigue and war in the ancient world. This narrative delves into themes of love, power, betrayal, and the often destructive nature of passion. The opening of the play introduces us to the vibrant court of Cleopatra in Alexandria, where her seductive allure captivates Antonius, who is caught between his duties in Rome and his love for her. As the dialogue unfolds, we see Cleopatra's jealousy over Antonius's ties to his late wife, Fulvia, and the political pressures from Octavius Caesar. Various characters express concern about Antonius's devotion to Cleopatra, hinting at the conflict between his personal desires and political responsibilities. This tension is palpable as the characters navigate the complexities of love and ambition, setting the stage for the drama that will unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Generals -- Rome -- Drama
Subject Queens -- Egypt -- Drama
Subject Antonius, Marcus, 83 B.C.?-30 B.C. -- Drama
Subject Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt, -30 B.C. -- Drama
Subject Tragedies
Subject Romans -- Egypt -- Drama
Subject Egypt -- History -- 332-30 B.C. -- Drama
Subject Rome -- History -- Civil War, 43-31 B.C. -- Drama
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EBook-No. 16618
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Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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