Hassan : the story of Hassan of Bagdad, and how he came to make the golden…
"Hassan: the story of Hassan of Bagdad, and how he came to make the golden journey to Samarkand" by James Elroy Flecker is a play in five acts written during the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around Hassan, a humble confectioner in Baghdad, who finds himself entwined in a tumultuous pursuit of love and respect. The story explores the dynamics of ambition, enchantment, and the complexities of human desire against a
vividly portrayed Middle Eastern backdrop. The opening of the play introduces Hassan, who is in despair over his unrequited love for Yasmin, a beautiful widow. His friend Selim insists on lightening his mood, but Hassan is determined to pursue Yasmin, leading to discussions about magic and a love potion that might win her heart. His longing is intense, yet he is conflicted by his humble status and sense of self-worth. As he prepares elaborate sweets infused with magic to impress Yasmin, he showcases both his artistic spirit and vulnerability. The stage is set for a tale of love, ambition, and the interplay of destiny as Hassan's life unfurls amidst comedic and tragic elements. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Flecker, James Elroy, 1884-1915 |
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| Title | Hassan : the story of Hassan of Bagdad, and how he came to make the golden journey to Samarkand : a play in five acts |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Geoffrey Cowling |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Iraq -- Drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3834 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 9, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 172 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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