| Author |
Swinburne, Algernon Charles, 1837-1909 |
| Title |
Locrine: A Tragedy
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 87.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1887 Chatto & Windus edition by David Price
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| Summary |
"Locrine: A Tragedy" by Algernon Charles Swinburne is a dramatic play written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around King Locrine of Britain and his tumultuous relationships with his wife Guendolen and his lover Estrild. As themes of love, betrayal, and vengeance unfold, the characters are caught in a tragic web that explores the complexities of honor and desire within the constraints of royal duty. The opening of "Locrine" introduces a rich tapestry of emotions and conflicts. It begins with a dedication to Alice Swinburne and moves into a poetic exploration of love’s depths versus its surface expressions. The dialogue quickly establishes tension between Guendolen and her son Madan as they grapple with the recent death of Guendolen's father and the implications for their family. Through their exchanges, it emerges that Guendolen feels betrayed by Locrine, suspecting infidelity with Estrild, a captured warrior's widow. Despite the pain, Madan strives to understand his mother’s sorrow while wrestling with his own identity linked to his father. This poignant beginning sets the stage for themes of rivalry and vengeance that are poised to dominate the narrative as familial ties are put to the ultimate test. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Tragedies
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| Subject |
Britons -- Drama
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
3325 |
| Release Date |
Jul 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Aug 22, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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