Comic Tragedies by Louisa May Alcott and Anna Bronson Alcott Pratt

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Author Alcott, Louisa May, 1832-1888
Author Pratt, Anna Bronson Alcott, 1831-1893
Title Comic Tragedies
Written by 'Jo' and 'Meg' and Acted by The 'Little Women'
Contents A foreword, by Meg -- Norna; or, The witch's curse -- The captive of Castile; or, The Moorish maiden's vow -- The Greek slave -- Ion -- Bianca: an operatic tragedy -- The unloved wife; or, Woman's faith.
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Summary "Comic Tragedies" by Louisa May Alcott and Anna Bronson Alcott Pratt is a collection of whimsical yet melodramatic plays likely written in the late 19th century. The book showcases the imaginative pursuits of Jo and Meg, fictionalized characters based on the authors themselves, as they indulge in writing and performing plays in their youth. Through their theatrical endeavors, it highlights themes of friendship, creativity, and romanticized notions of love and tragedy. At the start of "Comic Tragedies," we are introduced to the backdrop of the Alcott sisters' childhood, which is filled with the excitement of staging their own dramas in a garret. Jo, with her penchant for dark and dramatic roles, takes on the villains and ghosts, while Meg favors romantic leads. The sisters, along with their friends, ingeniously transform their limited resources into elaborate performances full of passion and laughter. As they navigate the challenges of amateur theatre, their works are a blend of comedy and tragedy, reflecting their innocence and youthful aspirations. The narrative sets the stage for an exploration of both their artistic inclinations and the bonds that define their experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject American drama -- 19th century
Subject Melodrama
Category Text
EBook-No. 33986
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 19, 2010
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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