02393cam a22003253u 4500 33435 UtSlPG 20260610133749.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PT Lessing, Gotthold Ephraim, 1729-1781 The Dramatic Works of G. E. Lessing : Miss Sara Sampson, Philotas, Emilia Galotti, Nathan the Wise Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-08-15 Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books "The Dramatic Works of G. E. Lessing" by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing is a collection of plays written in the 18th century. This anthology reveals the diverse styles and themes of Lessing's renowned works, including notable pieces such as "Miss Sara Sampson," "Philotas," "Emilia Galotti," and "Nathan the Wise." The collection likely focuses on the exploration of emotional depth, societal issues, and the artistic dynamics of drama, illuminating the complexities of human relationships and moral dilemmas. At the start of "Miss Sara Sampson," the narrative unfolds in a poignant setting within an inn, where Sir William Sampson expresses sorrow over his daughter's plight. The opening dialogue reveals a deep familial bond overshadowed by distress as Sir William worries about his daughter, Sara, who has seemingly been led astray by her suitor, Mellefont. Through the interactions between Sir William and his loyal servant, Waitwell, as well as Sara's emotional turmoil, the groundwork is laid for themes of honor, love, and the quest for redemption amidst societal expectations and personal failures. The characters' struggles foreshadow a rich emotional landscape that challenges the audience to reflect on the nuances of virtue and vice in human conduct. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified German drama -- Translations into English Zimmern, Helen, 1846-1934 Bell, Ernest, 1851-1933 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33435 74281 74281