| Author |
Wedekind, Frank, 1864-1918 |
| Translator |
Ziegler, Francis J. (Francis Joseph), 1866- |
| Title |
Such is Life: A Play in Five Acts
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.)
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| Summary |
"Such is Life: A Play in Five Acts" by Frank Wedekind is a theatrical work written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds in a politically charged setting, focusing on the themes of power and societal upheaval against the backdrop of the King's downfall and a revolution led by the citizens of Perugia. The pivotal character King Pietro Folchi navigates the treacherous waters of loyalty, betrayal, and the very nature of rulership amidst the tumultuous demands for freedom from his subjects. At the start of the play, the scene is set in the throne room, where the King has been imprisoned, and the citizens of Perugia, emboldened by recent conflicts, gather to demand a new government. Various characters express their desires to either establish a republic or keep the monarchy under a new ruler. The tension escalates as Pietro Folchi ultimately claims the throne, despite the opposition from elements desiring true freedom. Princess Alma, the King's daughter, adds emotional stakes to the narrative as she desperately seeks her father's return while grappling with the political instability around them. This opening portion introduces the interplay of power dynamics and personal agendas, setting the stage for further conflicts in the ensuing acts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
German drama -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
45228 |
| Release Date |
Mar 26, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 3, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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