Pandora's Box: A Tragedy in Three Acts by Frank Wedekind
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About this eBook
| Author | Wedekind, Frank, 1864-1918 |
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| Translator | Eliot, Samuel A. (Samuel Atkins), 1893-1984 |
| LoC No. | 18019175 |
| Title | Pandora's Box: A Tragedy in Three Acts |
| Note | First published in: The Glebe 1914/11 (Vol. 2, No. 4). |
| Note | Reading ease score: 86.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Pandora's Box: A Tragedy in Three Acts" by Frank Wedekind is a play written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers on the complex character of Lulu, a woman caught in the throes of desire, manipulation, and the societal views on sexuality and morality. As the plot unfolds, it illuminates the darker aspects of human nature and the consequences of lust, set against the backdrop of a tumultuous early modern society. At the start of the play, we are introduced to a group of characters in a dimly lit hall, discussing Lulu's imminent release from a prison where she was held for the murder of Dr. Schön. Countess Geschwitz and Rodrigo Quast reveal their vested interests in Lulu, showcasing the shifting dynamics of love, obsession, and power amongst them. Alva Schön, the writer and son of the deceased doctor, grapples with his feelings towards Lulu while fearing the repercussions of her past. The opening lays a foundation of tension and unease, hinting at the tragic and tumultuous journey that Lulu will embark upon, as she seeks freedom while simultaneously drawing her associates into a spiraling chaos. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Tragedies |
| Subject | German drama -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33415 |
| Release Date | Aug 13, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 348 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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