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Title:
Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911: Rip van
Winkle
Note: Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Summary: "Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911: Rip van Winkle" by Charles Burke is a theatrical adaptation written in the mid-19th century. This work captures the essence of Washington Irving's celebrated tale, transforming it into a romantic drama featuring the iconic character Rip Van Winkle, a man who falls into a deep sleep and awakens to a changed world. The play explores themes of transformation, identity, and the passage of time, showcasing Rip’s struggles and experiences upon returning to his village after years away. The opening of "Rip Van Winkle" sets the stage in a traditional village where characters discuss the titular protagonist, whose penchant for drink and laziness has earned him a reputation. As friends gather, they express their hopes for Rip and the dynamics of his relationships, particularly regarding his sister Alice's impending marriage. The dialogue is interspersed with humor and introduces various villagers, including Knickerbocker, who aims to win Alice's affection amid the local gossip. This introduction effectively establishes the social landscape surrounding Rip, hinting at the ensuing chaos of his character as he confronts his own shortcomings and eventual adventures in the Catskill Mountains. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Burke, Charles, 1822-1854
EBook No.: 27552
Published: Dec 18, 2007
Downloads: 124
Language: English
Subject: American drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911: Rip van
Winkle
Note: Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Summary: "Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911: Rip van Winkle" by Charles Burke is a theatrical adaptation written in the mid-19th century. This work captures the essence of Washington Irving's celebrated tale, transforming it into a romantic drama featuring the iconic character Rip Van Winkle, a man who falls into a deep sleep and awakens to a changed world. The play explores themes of transformation, identity, and the passage of time, showcasing Rip’s struggles and experiences upon returning to his village after years away. The opening of "Rip Van Winkle" sets the stage in a traditional village where characters discuss the titular protagonist, whose penchant for drink and laziness has earned him a reputation. As friends gather, they express their hopes for Rip and the dynamics of his relationships, particularly regarding his sister Alice's impending marriage. The dialogue is interspersed with humor and introduces various villagers, including Knickerbocker, who aims to win Alice's affection amid the local gossip. This introduction effectively establishes the social landscape surrounding Rip, hinting at the ensuing chaos of his character as he confronts his own shortcomings and eventual adventures in the Catskill Mountains. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Burke, Charles, 1822-1854
EBook No.: 27552
Published: Dec 18, 2007
Downloads: 124
Language: English
Subject: American drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.