La mort de Lucrèce by William Shakespeare
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| Author | Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 |
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| Translator | Guizot, François, 1787-1874 |
| Title | La mort de Lucrèce |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "La mort de Lucrèce" by William Shakespeare is a narrative poem written in the late 16th century. The poem tells the tragic story of Lucretia, a virtuous woman whose life takes a devastating turn due to the lustful desires of Tarquin, a prince of Rome. The narrative explores themes of honor, virtue, and the consequences of violence and shame, positioning Lucretia as a central figure facing the ultimate betrayal and tragic fate. The opening of the poem introduces the background of Lucretia's story, detailing the circumstances leading to the siege of Ardea by Tarquin and his forces. During a night of camaraderie, Tarquin’s desire for Lucretia is ignited when her husband praises her chastity, leading him to resolve to possess her. The poem vividly portrays the psychological turmoil both Lucretia and Tarquin experience, establishing the tension between virtue and vice. As Tarquin ultimately acts on his unlawful desire, Lucretia's world collapses, setting the stage for her tragic choices that follow, emphasizing the themes of power, betrayal, and despair. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Translations into French |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 26757 |
| Release Date | Oct 3, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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