| Author |
Sudermann, Hermann, 1857-1928 |
| Translator |
Frank, Grace, 1886- |
| Uniform Title |
Rosen. English
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| Title |
Roses: Four One-Act Plays
Streaks of Light—The Last Visit—Margot—The Far-away Princess
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 86.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
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| Summary |
"Roses: Four One-Act Plays" by Hermann Sudermann is a collection of theatrical works written in the early 20th century. Comprising four distinct one-act plays, the collection explores complex human emotions and relationships, emphasizing themes of love, betrayal, and societal constraints. The opening play, "Streaks of Light," introduces Julia, a beautiful and passionate woman caught in a tumultuous relationship with Pierre, a cowardly yet ambitious young man, within a deserted pavilion overwhelmed by roses. The beginning of this collection sets the stage for a gripping drama filled with tension and emotional conflicts. In "Streaks of Light," we meet Julia and Pierre in a secluded pavilion where their relationship unfolds amidst roses and hidden fears. Interactions between the characters reveal Julia's desperate need for affection and escape from her oppressive reality, as well as Pierre's conflicting feelings of love and disdain. The arrival of hints about Julia's husband adds to the suspense, leaving both characters grappling with their choices and the consequences of their actions. The play evokes a strong sense of foreboding, perfectly encapsulated in the rich imagery of roses symbolizing both beauty and decay. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
German drama -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
34360 |
| Release Date |
Nov 18, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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