The Valkyries by E. F. Benson and Richard Wagner

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Author Benson, E. F. (Edward Frederic), 1867-1940
Author Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883
Illustrator Noyes Lewis, T., 1862-1946
Title The Valkyries
Note Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Valkyries" by E. F. Benson is a narrative prose adaptation of Richard Wagner's opera "Die Walküre," written in the early 20th century. The text explores themes of love, fate, and the power of the gods through a rich tapestry of characters, particularly focusing on Siegmund, Sieglinde, and the Valkyrie Brunnhilde. This adaptation seeks to make Wagner's grand and complex story more accessible to English-speaking audiences. The opening of "The Valkyries" sets a dramatic and foreboding tone, depicting an unusually harsh winter in a time when spring is expected to arrive, symbolizing chaos in both the natural world and the lives of the characters. Readers are introduced to Sieglinde, trapped in a loveless marriage to Hunding, who is portrayed as brutish and cruel. As the tumult of the winter storms parallels Sieglinde's inner turmoil and longing for love, a mysterious stranger appears, who is later revealed to be Siegmund. Their encounter ignites a connection filled with hope and desire, setting the stage for a conflict with Hunding. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at the impending clash between love and duty, as Wotan, the god, grapples with the consequences of fate and his own plans for his children. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Operas -- Stories, plots, etc.
Subject Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883. Ring des Nibelungen. Walküre -- Adaptations
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EBook-No. 46119
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Most Recently Updated Apr 7, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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