Wallensteins Tod by Friedrich Schiller
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| Author | Schiller, Friedrich, 1759-1805 |
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| Title | Wallensteins Tod |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Gutenberg Projekt-DE |
| Summary | "Wallensteins Tod" by Friedrich Schiller is a historical tragedy written in the early 19th century. The play delves into the themes of power, betrayal, and the complexities of loyalty during the Thirty Years’ War, centering primarily on the central character, Albrecht von Wallenstein, a military leader whose ambition and precarious position place him at the mouth of political intrigue and moral dilemmas. At the start of the play, we are introduced to a room adorned with astrological instruments, where Wallenstein and his astrologer, Seni, are examining celestial aspects, interpreting the influence of the planets on their fates. This scene is soon interrupted by the urgent entry of Terzky, who reveals startling news: a key figure in Wallenstein's plans has been captured and delivered to the emperor. The characters engage in tense discussions regarding Wallenstein's precarious loyalty to the emperor and the potential consequences of his ambitions. Wallenstein wrestles with his impending decisions as he confronts the reality of his situation, marked by the loyalty of his troops and the threat he perceives from political adversaries, setting the stage for a conflict that will challenge his leadership and moral standing. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Wallenstein, Albrecht Wenzel Eusebius von, Herzog von Friedland, 1583-1634 -- Drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 6549 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Sep 23, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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