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Claudel, Paul
1868
1955
Newberry, J. S. (John Strong)
1822
1892
Newberry, John Strong
Tête-d'Or: A play in three acts
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"Tête-d'Or: A play in three acts" by Paul Claudel is a theatrical work written in the early 20th century. The play introduces the characters Simon Agnel, who later takes on the title Tête-d'or, and Cébès, as they navigate themes of love, loss, and existential questioning. It contemplates the interplay between life and death, as Simon grapples with the profound meaning of existence after the death of a loved one. The opening of "Tête-d'Or" sets the stage with Simon Agnel carrying the body of a woman he loved, while Cébès expresses his own existential doubts and confusion about life and identity. As they converse, Simon reveals his tumultuous past and the burden of grief he carries, symbolized by the act of digging a grave. Cébès, grappling with his own mortality and the weight of despair, asks poignant questions about existence and the essence of human experience. Their dialogue explores weighty themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning in a world marked by sorrow and uncertainty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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