Signora Fantastici (A Dramatic Proverb) by Madame de Staël
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"Signora Fantastici (A Dramatic Proverb)" by Madame de Staël is a dramatic play written in the early 19th century. The work unfolds in a town in the German parts of Switzerland and revolves around the dynamics of a family, particularly the influence of the charming character Signora Fantastici on the lives of the de Kriegschenmahl family. The play explores themes of artistic expression versus conventional living, and the transformative power of creativity
and imagination. The narrative follows Mr. and Mrs. de Kriegschenmahl and their two sons, Licidas and Rodolphe, as they navigate the upheaval caused by the arrival of Signora Fantastici and her daughter, Zepherina. Licidas is captivated by Signora Fantastici and her artistic life, which contrasts starkly with the mundane lives led by his parents. He expresses a desire to leave with her to Italy, an aspiration met with parental disapproval. Meanwhile, Rodolphe is swept into a playful interaction with Zepherina, leading to further complications. Ultimately, Signora Fantastici's charisma challenges the stifling norms of the de Kriegschenmahl household, prompting both humorous and poignant revelations about the importance of poetry, art, and the liberation from societal expectations. The play concludes with a celebration of the triumph of imagination and creativity over the dullness of routine. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Staël, Madame de (Anne-Louise-Germaine), 1766-1817 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Morlock, Frank J. |
| Title | Signora Fantastici (A Dramatic Proverb) |
| Credits | Produced by Dagny and Frank J. Morlock |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French drama -- 19th century -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4665 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | May 20, 2013 |
| Copyright | Copyrighted. Read the copyright notice inside this book for details. |
| Downloads | 284 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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