Le Martyre de Saint Sébastien by Gabriele D'Annunzio

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Author D'Annunzio, Gabriele, 1863-1938
Composer Debussy, Claude, 1862-1918
LoC No. 11017841
Title Le Martyre de Saint Sébastien
Note Without the music.
Note Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Le Martyre de Saint Sébastien" by Gabriele D'Annunzio is a dramatic mystery composed in rhythmic French, likely written in the early 20th century. The work blends poetry and theatre, depicting the story of Saint Sébastien and his trials as a martyr. The piece embodies themes of faith, sacrifice, and the struggles between pagans and Christians, centering around the figures of Saint Sébastien and his fellow martyrs. At the start of the work, the narrative opens with a rich description of the environment, invoking a sense of history and ritual. A messenger introduces the sacred spectacle, foreshadowing the trials the characters will face. The characters, including the saint himself, the twins Marc and Marcellien, and their mother, the "Mère Douloureuse," are portrayed in a state of anguish as they confront their impending persecution. The atmosphere is charged with tension, punctuated by hymns, chants, and dialogues that convey both the emotional depth and the seriousness of their faith amidst threats from authority figures. The intertwining of poetic language with the dramatic setting hints at the profound exploration of martyrdom and spiritual devotion that the work promises. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Sebastian, Saint -- Drama
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EBook-No. 62281
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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