| Author |
Otway, Thomas, 1652-1685 |
| Title |
Venice Preserved: A Tragedy
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 91.0 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Delphine Lettau and the Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team (http://www.pgdpcanada.net)
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| Summary |
"Venice Preserved: A Tragedy" by Thomas Otway is a dramatic play written during the late 17th century, a period characterized by the flourishing of English drama and the emergence of Restoration theater. This tragedy is rooted in themes of love, betrayal, and political conspiracy, exploring the delicate balance between personal desires and social obligations in a corrupt Venetian society. The storyline centers around Jaffier and his beloved wife, Belvidera, as they navigate the treacherous political landscape of Venice. Jaffier, caught in a web of betrayal by his father-in-law Priuli and the corrupt senate, grapples with his loyalty to his friend Pierre and the fate of their rebellious conspiracy against the oppressive government. The tension escalates as Jaffier must confront his own honor and the tragic burden of his decisions, leading to a heartbreaking climax where both he and Pierre meet their tragic ends. Ultimately, the play portrays the devastating consequences of political intrigue and personal sacrifice, underscoring the fragility of human relationships amidst tyranny. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Tragedies
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| Subject |
Venice (Italy) -- History -- 1508-1797 -- Drama
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| Subject |
English drama -- Restoration, 1660-1700
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
30934 |
| Release Date |
Jan 11, 2010 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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