The Laws of Candy

EAN : 9791041996070

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041996070
Réf. fournisseur : 342383
Date Parution : 5 avr. 2024
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 142
Format : H:220 mm L:170 mm E:8 mm
Poids : 233gr

Résumé

Résumé : "The Laws of Candy" is a tragi-comedy by Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher that explores themes of honor, change, and familial conflict set against the backdrop of a war-torn Candy. The play opens with a discussion between Gaspero and Melitus about the political and personal turmoil in Candy, particularly focusing on the strained relationship between Cassilanes, a revered general, and his son Antinous. Cassilanes, who has dedicated his life to military service, finds his honor challenged by his son's rising fame after a victorious battle against the Venetians. Antinous, though respectful, refuses to yield his newfound glory to his father, leading to a public and painful familial rift. The Senate of Candy is tasked with deciding who deserves the honor of the recent military triumph, and despite Cassilanes' long service, Antinous is declared the victor. In a gesture of humility, Antinous requests that a statue be erected in honor of his father, but Cassilanes perceives this as an insult, believing it highlights his own perceived defeat. The tension between father and son is further complicated by the political machinations of Gonzalo, a Venetian lord, who seeks to exploit the discord for his own gain. Erota, a proud and beautiful princess, becomes another focal point of the narrative. Her interactions with various suitors, including the lovesick Prince Philander and the ambitious Gonzalo, reveal her disdain for traditional romantic pursuits, as she seeks something beyond mere mortal admiration. The play intricately weaves these personal and political threads, culminating in a complex exploration of human motivations and the consequences of pride and transformation.
Biographie : Francis Beaumont (Grâce-Dieu, Leicestershire, 1585, - Londres, 6 mars 1616 ), est un acteur et dramaturge anglais du théâtre élisabéthain