The Spanish Tragedie by Thomas Kyd
"The Spanish Tragedie" by Thomas Kyd is a dramatic play written in the late 16th century, often considered one of the foundational works of English tragedy. The narrative revolves around themes of revenge, love, and the tragic consequences of violence, primarily focusing on the characters Hieronimo, the knight-marshall of Spain, and his son Horatio, as well as the noble Bel-imperia, who becomes entangled in the tragic events following her lover Andrea's death.
The opening of the play sets a somber tone as the Ghost of Andrea and Revenge introduce themes of retribution and the inevitability of fate. Andrea explains how he was slain in battle against the Portuguese, which leads to a series of tragic events that ensue in the Spanish court. As the narrative unfolds, we learn of Horatio's valor and his connection to Bel-imperia, as well as the simmering tensions between nations. The initial acts depict the military triumph for Spain and the complexities of royal relationships, setting the stage for unfolding themes of betrayal and revenge that will dominate the characters' lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Kyd, Thomas, 1558-1594 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Spanish Tragedie |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Spanish_Tragedy |
| Credits | Produced by Daniel Callahan, and David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English drama |
| Subject | Tragedies (Drama) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 6043 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Sep 7, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1266 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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