The Duchess of Malfi by John Webster
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Webster, John, 1580?-1625?
English
"The Duchess of Malfi" by John Webster is a tragedy written during the early 17th century. The play explores themes of ambition, power, and the struggles of women in a patriarchal society through the lens of its central character, the Duchess, who defies societal norms by seeking love and remarriage after being widowed. At the start of the play, we...
corrupt nature of court life. They reflect on characters like Bosola, a cynical courtier, and the Duchess's controlling brothers, Ferdinand and the Cardinal, foreshadowing the central conflicts that will arise from the Duchess's desire for autonomy. The opening also highlights the nuances of social dynamics within the court, setting the stage for the ensuing tragedy as the Duchess boldly proclaims her intention to marry again, despite her brothers' warnings and societal expectations. This establishes a tense atmosphere rife with implications of betrayal and moral ambiguity that permeates the play. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Joseph Rivera
4 months agoAfter looking for this everywhere, the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. One of the best books I've read this year.
Patricia Jackson
6 days agoBelieve the hype, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. Highly recommended for everyone.
Patricia Campbell
4 months agoWithout a doubt, it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. A solid resource I will return to often.
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Deborah Adams
5 months agoI didn't expect much, but the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. Worth every second of your time.