Vondel's Lucifer by Joost van den Vondel

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Author Vondel, Joost van den, 1587-1679
Translator Van Noppen, Leonard Charles, 1868-1935
Title Vondel's Lucifer
Note Reading ease score: 67.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Andrea Ball & Marc D'Hooghe (From images generously made available by the Internet Archive)
Summary "Vondel's Lucifer" by Joost van den Vondel is a dramatic poem written in the 17th century. This work is considered Vondel's masterpiece and a significant piece in Dutch literature, focusing on the tragic story of Lucifer, the fallen angel. The poem addresses themes of rebellion, pride, and the encounter between celestial beings and human nature, set against a backdrop of divine authority and individual ambition. The opening of the work introduces the context surrounding Vondel's life and the cultural atmosphere of the Netherlands during his time. It gives insight into Vondel's literary aspirations and the impact of socio-political dynamics on his writings. The text also touches upon the intricacies of translating Vondel's work into English, underscoring the challenges of maintaining the original's poetic essence. Through references to key characters like Lucifer and angelic forces, the opening reveals the dramatic tension and thematic depth that characterize the narrative, inviting readers into a world where divine and human conflicts unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Dutch drama -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 37659
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 3, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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