Salomé by Oscar Wilde
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| Author | Wilde, Oscar, 1854-1900 |
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| Title | Salomé |
| Note | Reading ease score: 96.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Summary | "Salomé" by Oscar Wilde is a one-act play written in the late 19th century. This dramatic work is rooted in the themes of desire and the complexities of love, revolving around the infamous biblical character of Salomé and her fateful encounter with the prophet Iokanaan (John the Baptist). The play delves into the interplay of power, seduction, and the consequences of unchecked passion. Set in the opulent palace of Herod Antipas during a feast, the narrative unfolds through Salomé's intense fixation on Iokanaan, whom she demands to see despite the warnings of others. Her desire leads her to dance for Herod, who, infatuated by her beauty, promises to grant her any wish. Manipulated by her mother, Herodias, who bears resentment towards Iokanaan for his condemnation of her marriage to Herod, Salomé shocks everyone by asking for Iokanaan's head on a silver platter. The play culminates in a tragic and violent end, showcasing the destructive power of desire and the moral complexities of its expression, ultimately leaving a haunting reflection on passion and fate. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Salome (Biblical figure) -- Drama |
| Subject | Tragedies |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23917 |
| Release Date | Dec 19, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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