The Two Lovers of Heaven: Chrysanthus and Daria by Pedro Calderón de la Barca

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Author Calderón de la Barca, Pedro, 1600-1681
Translator MacCarthy, Denis Florence, 1817-1882
Uniform Title Dos amantes del cielo. English
Title The Two Lovers of Heaven: Chrysanthus and Daria
A Drama of Early Christian Rome
Note Reading ease score: 77.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Dennis McCarthy
Summary "The Two Lovers of Heaven: Chrysanthus and Daria" by Pedro Calderón de la Barca is a dramatic work from the late 17th century, set against the backdrop of early Christian Rome. The play revolves around the intertwined destinies of its titular characters, Chrysanthus and Daria, whose profound love faces challenges not only from societal norms but also from the spiritual realm, as their dedication to faith and love leads them to martyrdom. The opening of the drama introduces Chrysanthus as a contemplative figure engrossed in reading a book that delves into complex theological concepts. His inner turmoil becomes evident as he grapples with the mysteries of faith and existence, engaging in a philosophical dialogue represented by two spirits who symbolize conflicting thoughts. Soon after, Daria, a priestess of Diana, enters and the two engage in a courtship steeped in questions of love and sacrifice. Their exchange reveals Daria's condition that she would only love someone who dies for her, thus setting the stage for the unfolding themes of devotion and martyrdom. As the characters navigate their attraction amidst the societal pressures and dangers of their environment, the groundwork for a poignant exploration of love's trials and triumphs is laid. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Christian martyrs -- Italy -- Rome -- Drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 12173
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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