| Author |
Świętochowski, Aleksander, 1849-1938 |
| Translator |
Zamenhof, Leon, 1875-1934 |
| Uniform Title |
Aspazja. Esperanto
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| Title |
Aspazio: Tragedio en Kvin Aktoj
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Andrew Sly, Kirill Shvedov and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Aspazio: Tragedio en Kvin Aktoj" by Aleksander Świętochowski is a play written in the early 20th century. This work, presented in Esperanto, delves into the lives and political intrigues of ancient Athens, particularly during a time of conflict with Sparta. The narrative centers around notable historical figures such as Sofoklo, Protagoro, and the titular Aspazio, who represents strong female character and intellectual discourse amid societal challenges. The opening of the play introduces a tense atmosphere filled with discussions about the state of war and the moral dilemmas faced by the characters. As they converse, Sofoklo expresses his deep concern over impending internal strife, while Protagoro engages in philosophical debates, challenging traditional notions of morality and warfare. The dialogue sets a stage of urgency and political tension, with reports of battles and the fate of their city at the forefront of the characters' minds. This establishes a rich context for the unfolding drama, highlighting not only the personal stakes of each character but also the broader themes of power, betrayal, and the quest for justice in a tumultuously transforming society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Esperanto |
| LoC Class |
PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Drama
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| Subject |
Tragedies
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
45713 |
| Release Date |
May 21, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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