Edward III

EAN : 9791041801152

SHAKESPEARE WILLIAM

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EAN : 9791041801152

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041801152
Réf. fournisseur : 299996
Date Parution : 11 mai 2023
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 110
Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:6 mm
Poids : 154gr

Résumé

Résumé : "Downstream" by Sigfrid Siwertz explores the complex dynamics of a family living in the shadow of a decaying estate, Selambshof. The narrative delves into the lives of the Selamb children, who are left to navigate a world marked by neglect and the remnants of their grandfather's oppressive legacy. The story begins with the death of their mother, an event that leaves the children in a state of confusion and fear, symbolized by their reaction to a mysterious scream. Their father, Oskar Selamb, is a broken man, unable to manage the estate or his responsibilities, leading to the appointment of a bailiff, John Brundin, who becomes a figure of suspicion and resentment for the children, particularly Peter. The children, each with their individual personalities, cope with their circumstances through imaginative play, often reflecting their inner turmoil and the absence of parental guidance. Stellan, the self-appointed leader, and Laura, his eager accomplice, engage in games that mimic the adult world's power struggles, while Peter, the introspective and anxious sibling, grapples with the estate's decline and Brundin's influence. Hedvig, sensitive and fearful, and Tord, the silent observer, add depth to the family's portrayal. The narrative captures the children's attempts to assert control over their environment, juxtaposed with the adults' failures, creating a poignant commentary on the passage of inheritance and the loss of childhood innocence.
Biographie : Né en 1564 à Stratford-on-Avon, William Shakespeare fait des débuts de comédien et de poète dramatique. Ayant quitté sa ville natale pour Londres, il acquiert dès 1588 une réputation importante. Parvenu au faîte de la gloire, il se retire à Stratford où il meurt en 1616.