A Midnight Fantasy by Thomas Bailey Aldrich

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Author Aldrich, Thomas Bailey, 1836-1907
Title A Midnight Fantasy
Note Reading ease score: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "A Midnight Fantasy" by Thomas Bailey Aldrich is a work of literary fiction written in the late 19th century. This short story is centered around themes of love and the whimsical nature of fate, exploring the well-known Shakespearean tale of "Romeo and Juliet" through a fresh lens. The narrative intertwines elements of fantasy while reflecting on characters and themes from classic literature. In the story, the protagonist, inspired by a performance of "Romeo and Juliet," wanders the quiet streets of Boston and imagines a world where Hamlet, another of Shakespeare's characters, finds romance in Verona with Juliet. Through a series of contemplative thoughts, he reflects on the tragic outcomes of ill-fated love and ponders how different destinies might unfold. The narrative unfolds as Hamlet travels to Italy, where he meets Juliet at a masquerade ball and eventually woos her, leading to a happier conclusion than the original tragedy. Ultimately, the story highlights the power of imagination and the longing for resolutions that diverge from the original tragic fates of the beloved characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Characters
Subject Mate selection -- Fiction
Subject Hamlet (Legendary character)
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EBook-No. 23363
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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