| Author |
Schiller, Friedrich, 1759-1805 |
| Translator |
Coleridge, Samuel Taylor, 1772-1834 |
| Title |
The Piccolomini: A Play
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Piccolomini" by Friedrich Schiller is a historical play written in the early 19th century, forming part of a trilogy about the Thirty Years' War and the character of Duke Wallenstein. The central themes revolve around ambition, loyalty, and the political intrigues of the epoch, showcasing a range of characters including Wallenstein, Octavio Piccolomini, and Max Piccolomini as they navigate the complex landscape of war, honor, and personal conflict. At the start of the play, we are introduced to a lively council chamber filled with military leaders discussing recent victories and Wallenstein's rising power. The act begins with soldiers arriving, excitedly sharing news of their plunder and discussing their loyalty to Wallenstein. We quickly learn that Octavio Piccolomini, a general, is present, and we see his interactions with other characters hint at underlying tensions regarding Wallenstein’s authority. The scene also establishes familial ties, particularly between Octavio and his son Max, who expresses a desire for peace and showcases an idealistic view of life beyond the battlefield. The opening builds a sense of intrigue about Wallenstein's intentions and sets the stage for the conflicts that will arise from his command and the powerful forces opposing him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Wallenstein, Albrecht Wenzel Eusebius von, Herzog von Friedland, 1583-1634 -- Drama
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| Subject |
Thirty Years' War, 1618-1648 -- Drama
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
6786 |
| Release Date |
Dec 8, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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