Fuente Ovejuna by Lope de Vega

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Author Vega, Lope de, 1562-1635
Title Fuente Ovejuna
Note Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fuenteovejuna Wikipedia page about this book: https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fuenteovejuna
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Summary "Fuente Ovejuna" by Lope de Vega is a historical drama written in the early 17th century. The play unfolds the story of the people of the village Fuente Ovejuna, who collectively rise up against the oppressive rule of their local commander, Fernán Gómez. The themes of justice, unity, and the struggle against tyranny pervade the narrative, making it a significant examination of social resistance and the quest for dignity. The opening of the play introduces the tension between the comendador, Fernán Gómez, and the villagers, showcasing the daily lives of the characters and hinting at the brewing conflict. Initial interactions reveal Gómez's arrogance and authority, contrasted with the villagers' growing discontent at his tyrannical behavior. The dialogue depicts various characters, including young lovers and companions, discussing the comendador's advances and their implications. Laurencia, one of the central female characters, expresses determination to fight against the threat posed by Gómez to her and her fellow villagers, setting the stage for the larger uprising against his oppression. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Spanish
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Spanish drama -- Classical period, 1500-1700
Subject Fuenteovejuna (Spain) -- History -- Drama
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EBook-No. 60198
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Most Recently Updated Aug 29, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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