Leben und Tod des Königs Johann by William Shakespeare

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Author Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Translator Wieland, Christoph Martin, 1733-1813
Uniform Title King John. German
Title Leben und Tod des Königs Johann
Credits Produced by Delphine Lettau
Summary "Leben und Tod des Königs Johann" by William Shakespeare is a historical drama written during the late 16th to early 17th century, a time marked by Shakespeare's profound influence on English literature. The play centers around the tumultuous reign of King John of England, exploring themes of legitimacy, power struggles, and the consequences of political ambition, with key figures including King John, his nephew Arthur, and the French King Philip. The opening of the play establishes the tense atmosphere between England and France, with King John's authority being challenged by the young Arthur, the rightful heir according to French claims. A French envoy, Chatilion, announces the demands of King Philip regarding the throne, setting off a series of confrontations that highlight the fragile state of John’s rule. The scene introduces several characters and the complex web of royal relationships, displaying a mix of bravado, wit, and underlying tension, as both personal and political motives become intertwined in the struggle for power that drives the narrative forward. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject John, King of England, 1167-1216 -- Drama
Subject Historical drama
Subject Great Britain -- History -- John, 1199-1216 -- Drama
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EBook-No. 7292
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 30, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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