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Title: John the Baptist: A Play
Note: Reading ease score: 87.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
Summary: "John the Baptist: A Play" by Hermann Sudermann is a theatrical work likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the historical figure of John the Baptist, exploring themes of faith, morality, and the societal challenges during his time while incorporating key characters such as Herod Antipas, Herodias, and Salome. The play intricately delves into the conflicts between the spiritual convictions of John and the political and social pressures of the Roman-occupied Judea. At the start of the play, the setting is a rocky wilderness near Jerusalem during a night illuminated by the moon and flickering fires from sacrificial altars. The opening scenes introduce characters including Miriam, who expresses fear of the shadows around her, and Hadidja, who encourages her not to fear the followers of John the Baptist. The audience is introduced to John himself, who is depicted as a charismatic yet challenging figure, proclaiming messages of repentance and the imminent arrival of a greater prophet. Tension builds as various characters, including the suffering disciples and townsfolk, seek John's guidance and hope for the coming Messiah, highlighting the desperate state of the people amidst oppressive leadership and turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Sudermann, Hermann, 1857-1928
Translator: Marshall, Beatrice, 1861-1944
EBook No.: 34383
Published: Nov 20, 2010
Downloads: 88
Language: English
Subject: German drama -- Translations into English
Subject: John the Baptist, Saint -- Drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: John the Baptist: A Play
Note: Reading ease score: 87.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
Summary: "John the Baptist: A Play" by Hermann Sudermann is a theatrical work likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the historical figure of John the Baptist, exploring themes of faith, morality, and the societal challenges during his time while incorporating key characters such as Herod Antipas, Herodias, and Salome. The play intricately delves into the conflicts between the spiritual convictions of John and the political and social pressures of the Roman-occupied Judea. At the start of the play, the setting is a rocky wilderness near Jerusalem during a night illuminated by the moon and flickering fires from sacrificial altars. The opening scenes introduce characters including Miriam, who expresses fear of the shadows around her, and Hadidja, who encourages her not to fear the followers of John the Baptist. The audience is introduced to John himself, who is depicted as a charismatic yet challenging figure, proclaiming messages of repentance and the imminent arrival of a greater prophet. Tension builds as various characters, including the suffering disciples and townsfolk, seek John's guidance and hope for the coming Messiah, highlighting the desperate state of the people amidst oppressive leadership and turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Sudermann, Hermann, 1857-1928
Translator: Marshall, Beatrice, 1861-1944
EBook No.: 34383
Published: Nov 20, 2010
Downloads: 88
Language: English
Subject: German drama -- Translations into English
Subject: John the Baptist, Saint -- Drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.