Makers of Madness by Hermann Hagedorn
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| Author | Hagedorn, Hermann, 1882-1964 |
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| Title |
Makers of Madness A Play in One Act and Three Scenes |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Makers of Madness" by Hermann Hagedorn is a one-act play written during the early 20th century. This dramatic work explores themes of power, war, and the moral dilemmas faced by leaders who must decide whether to pursue peace or war for their nation. Set against a backdrop of escalating tensions between two fictional factions, the play scrutinizes the nature of authority and the consequences of decision-making in a volatile political climate. The narrative unfolds primarily in the court of a fictional king and his ministers, who grapple with the prospect of war against the Republic. The fears and ambitions of the King clash with the aggressive desires of his ministers, particularly the Prime Minister and the Chief of Staff. As negotiations unfold, the King's attempt at diplomacy is met with resistance from his advisors, who view conflict as a means of preserving national honor. Tensions build rapidly, and the ultimate decision to proceed with war is made despite the King's fervent opposition and moral qualms, encapsulating the madness and complexity of political maneuvering during crisis moments. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | War -- Drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16636 |
| Release Date | Sep 3, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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