1. Littérature générale
  2. Romans

EAN13
9791041996131
Éditeur
CULTUREA
Date de publication
5 avril 2024
Nombre de pages
50
Dimensions
22 x 17 x 0,3 cm
Poids
96 g
Langue
eng

The Indian Queen

John Dryden

CULTUREA

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"The Indian Queen" is a tragic play written by John Dryden, one of the leading playwrights of the English Restoration period. Set in ancient Mexico, it tells the story of Montezuma, the Aztec emperor, and his wife Zempoalla, who are caught in a tumultuous struggle for power and survival amidst the Spanish conquest led by Hernán Cortés. The play explores themes of love, ambition, and betrayal against the backdrop of imperial expansion and cultural clash. Montezuma and Zempoalla's relationship is tested as they navigate the complex political landscape, facing challenges from both within their own court and from the encroaching Spanish invaders. Dryden's play is characterized by its grandeur and spectacle, with lavish scenes depicting the opulence of the Aztec court and the brutality of the Spanish conquest. The clash of civilizations serves as a backdrop for the personal dramas unfolding among the characters, as they grapple with questions of loyalty, honor, and sacrifice.
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