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Set in ancient Rome, the narrative centers on Dorothea, a devout Christian virgin in love with Theophilus, a soldier engaged to the Emperor's daughter. When he spurns her, she falsely accuses him of rape, leading to both their deaths. The play delves into profound themes of love, faith, and martyrdom, featuring notable characters like Emperor Maximinian and the malevolent Empress Eudoxia. Celebrated for its poetic language and dramatic depth, this work captures the essence of its time while highlighting the struggles of faith and devotion.
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The Virgin Martyr (1844), Philip Massinger
- Jazyk
- Rok vydání
- 2009
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- Titul
- The Virgin Martyr (1844)
- Jazyk
- anglicky
- Autoři
- Philip Massinger
- Vydavatel
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Vydavatel
- 2009
- Vazba
- měkká
- Počet stran
- 124
- ISBN13
- 9781104407032
- Kategorie
- Divadlo / Drama
- Anotace
- Set in ancient Rome, the narrative centers on Dorothea, a devout Christian virgin in love with Theophilus, a soldier engaged to the Emperor's daughter. When he spurns her, she falsely accuses him of rape, leading to both their deaths. The play delves into profound themes of love, faith, and martyrdom, featuring notable characters like Emperor Maximinian and the malevolent Empress Eudoxia. Celebrated for its poetic language and dramatic depth, this work captures the essence of its time while highlighting the struggles of faith and devotion.