L'otage: Drame en trois actes by Paul Claudel
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| Author | Claudel, Paul, 1868-1955 |
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| Title | L'otage: Drame en trois actes |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/L%27Otage Wikipedia page about this book: https: //fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/L%27Otage |
| Credits | Produced by Winston Smith. Images provided by The Internet Archive. |
| Summary | "L'otage: Drame en trois actes" by Paul Claudel is a dramatic work written in the early 20th century. This play explores themes of duty, faith, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of political and social upheaval. The narrative primarily revolves around the character Sygne de Coûfontaine and her interactions with her cousin, Georges, as well as other significant figures such as the Pope and the Prefect Toussaint Turelure. The opening of "L'otage" introduces us to Sygne and Georges in the austere setting of a Cistercian abbey during a stormy night. Their conversation unfolds amidst a backdrop of looming violence and historical reflections, revealing past tragedies linked to their families and the weight of political allegiances. As they reconnect, the atmosphere becomes heavy with loss and unresolved tensions surrounding Georges' past and Sygne's current plight. The presence of the pope, hinted at through their dialogue, adds a layer of urgency and moral complexity to the narrative, setting the stage for the intertwining of personal and political destinies in the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French drama -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51012 |
| Release Date | Jan 23, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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