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Title: The Inflexible Captive: A Tragedy, in Five Acts

Note: Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Delphine Lettau and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Canada Team at http: //www.pgdpcanada.net

Summary: "The Inflexible Captive: A Tragedy, in Five Acts" by Hannah More is a historical tragedy likely written in the early 19th century. The play centers around the character of Regulus, a Roman general who is taken captive during the First Punic War and faces the moral dilemma of returning to Carthage as a prisoner or violating his oath to his captors. The themes of honor, sacrifice, and the conflicting demands of personal duty and national allegiance are prevalent, setting the stage for a gripping exploration of the sources of true heroism. The opening of the tragedy introduces a dramatic backdrop of ancient Rome and the turbulent emotions surrounding Regulus' captivity. Attilia, Regulus's daughter, impulsively seeks to appeal to the Senate for her father's release, showcasing her desperation and courage as she confronts powerful figures like the Consul Manlius. The narrative unfolds to reveal the deep bond between father and child, while Regulus’s unwavering commitment to honor and duty poses a stark contrast to the conflicting desires of those around him. As the scene sets up the key conflict of the play—whether Regulus will prioritize his personal freedom or adhere to his principles—the tension builds, presenting a poignant prelude to the overarching themes of sacrifice and virtue in the midst of despair. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: More, Hannah, 1745-1833

EBook No.: 36256

Published: May 29, 2011

Downloads: 76

Language: English

Subject: Tragedies

Subject: Regulus, Marcus Atilius, -250 B.C.? -- Drama

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: The Inflexible Captive: A Tragedy, in Five Acts

Note: Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Delphine Lettau and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Canada Team at http: //www.pgdpcanada.net

Summary: "The Inflexible Captive: A Tragedy, in Five Acts" by Hannah More is a historical tragedy likely written in the early 19th century. The play centers around the character of Regulus, a Roman general who is taken captive during the First Punic War and faces the moral dilemma of returning to Carthage as a prisoner or violating his oath to his captors. The themes of honor, sacrifice, and the conflicting demands of personal duty and national allegiance are prevalent, setting the stage for a gripping exploration of the sources of true heroism. The opening of the tragedy introduces a dramatic backdrop of ancient Rome and the turbulent emotions surrounding Regulus' captivity. Attilia, Regulus's daughter, impulsively seeks to appeal to the Senate for her father's release, showcasing her desperation and courage as she confronts powerful figures like the Consul Manlius. The narrative unfolds to reveal the deep bond between father and child, while Regulus’s unwavering commitment to honor and duty poses a stark contrast to the conflicting desires of those around him. As the scene sets up the key conflict of the play—whether Regulus will prioritize his personal freedom or adhere to his principles—the tension builds, presenting a poignant prelude to the overarching themes of sacrifice and virtue in the midst of despair. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: More, Hannah, 1745-1833

EBook No.: 36256

Published: May 29, 2011

Downloads: 76

Language: English

Subject: Tragedies

Subject: Regulus, Marcus Atilius, -250 B.C.? -- Drama

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.