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Title: Mosada: A dramatic poem
Note: Reading ease score: 92.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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Summary: "Mosada: A dramatic poem" by W. B. Yeats is a lyrical and thematic exploration of love, faith, and persecution, written during the late 19th century. This dramatic poem focuses on the tragic fate of Mosada, a Moorish girl caught between her cultural heritage and the oppressive forces of the Inquisition. The work delves into themes of spirituality and the consequences of religious fanaticism, capturing the emotional struggles of its characters in a richly poetic manner. The central narrative revolves around Mosada, who longs for her lost love, Vallence, while facing the terrifying reality of her impending execution for her supposed heresy. She experiences a profound connection with the mystical and the natural world, often contemplating the beauty of the swallows and the stars as she awaits her fate. The plot thickens with the involvement of a monk named Ebremar, who grapples with his own faith and the harsh demands of the Inquisition. The poem paints a haunting picture of Mosada’s defiance and ultimate acceptance of her fate, culminating in her tragic demise. Through its vivid imagery and emotive language, the poem offers a poignant reflection on love, sacrifice, and the human spirit's resilience in the face of despair. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Yeats, W. B. (William Butler), 1865-1939
Illustrator: Yeats, Jack B. (Jack Butler), 1871-1957
EBook No.: 33430
Published: Aug 14, 2010
Downloads: 97
Language: English
Subject: Drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Mosada: A dramatic poem
Note: Reading ease score: 92.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Brian Foley and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "Mosada: A dramatic poem" by W. B. Yeats is a lyrical and thematic exploration of love, faith, and persecution, written during the late 19th century. This dramatic poem focuses on the tragic fate of Mosada, a Moorish girl caught between her cultural heritage and the oppressive forces of the Inquisition. The work delves into themes of spirituality and the consequences of religious fanaticism, capturing the emotional struggles of its characters in a richly poetic manner. The central narrative revolves around Mosada, who longs for her lost love, Vallence, while facing the terrifying reality of her impending execution for her supposed heresy. She experiences a profound connection with the mystical and the natural world, often contemplating the beauty of the swallows and the stars as she awaits her fate. The plot thickens with the involvement of a monk named Ebremar, who grapples with his own faith and the harsh demands of the Inquisition. The poem paints a haunting picture of Mosada’s defiance and ultimate acceptance of her fate, culminating in her tragic demise. Through its vivid imagery and emotive language, the poem offers a poignant reflection on love, sacrifice, and the human spirit's resilience in the face of despair. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Yeats, W. B. (William Butler), 1865-1939
Illustrator: Yeats, Jack B. (Jack Butler), 1871-1957
EBook No.: 33430
Published: Aug 14, 2010
Downloads: 97
Language: English
Subject: Drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.