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Vega, Lope de
1562
1635
De Vega, Lope
Burguillos, Tome de
Carpio, Lope Félix de Vega
Carpio, Lope Felix de Vega
Burguillos, Tomé de
Stathers, Madison
1877
La moza de cántaro
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"La Moza de Cántaro" by Lope de Vega is a comedic play written during the late 17th century. The work explores themes of love, honor, and social class through a blend of intrigue and humor, focusing on characters navigating personal and social challenges. The main character, Doña María, disguises herself as a servant to escape her past and entangle herself in playful romantic conflicts. At the start of the play, the audience is introduced to Doña María, who engages in a witty exchange with her servant Luisa about various suitors vying for her attention. As they discuss the unreasonable nature of marriage and society’s expectations, Doña María's disdain for traditional courtship becomes evident. Meanwhile, her father, Doña Bernardo, faces a crisis involving family honor that indirectly sets the stage for a series of comedic misunderstandings and dramatic encounters. The complex motivations and interactions reveal not only the societal norms of the time but also reflect personal desires and conflicts, making the play a multifaceted portrayal of Spanish life in the era of Philip IV. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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